Umapur - Santipur, Nadia
Umapur is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 23.1 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Nabla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Umapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umapur is 321969. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.82 hectares and falls under the 741402 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Umapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Uttar paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umapur
As per Census 2011, Umapur village has a total population of 647 people, consisting of 340 males and 307 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 532 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 647 | 340 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 532 | 293 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 47 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Umapur
Umapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Umapur
Umapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Umapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santipur to Umapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Umapur is about 23.1 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Umapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Umapur
Where is Umapur located?
Umapur village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Umapur is Nabla.
What is the pincode of Umapur?
The pincode of Umapur is 741402.
What is the population of Umapur?
Umapur has a total population of 647, including 340 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Umapur?
There are 154 households in Umapur.
What is the literacy rate in Umapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umapur is 82.23%. Male literacy is 86.18% and female literacy is 77.85%.