Uttar Chatra - Baduria, North 24 Parganas
Uttar Chatra is a village situated in the Baduria subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.4 km from Baduria. Chhatra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Chatra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Chatra is 323415. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.88 hectares and falls under the 743247 pincode. Baduria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Uttar Chatra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baduria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Chatra
As per Census 2011, Uttar Chatra village has a total population of 3,026 people, consisting of 1,511 males and 1,515 females. The village has 729 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,251 literate and 775 illiterate residents. Additionally, 401 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 396 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Chatra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,026 | 1,511 | 1,515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 133 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 401 | 221 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 396 | 201 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 2,251 | 1,166 | 1,085 |
| Illiterate Population | 775 | 345 | 430 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Chatra
Uttar Chatra is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Chatra (ct) | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Papila | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Ghoshpur | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Salua | East | 1.64 km |
| Goyeshpur | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Begampur | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Rasui | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Ranidanga | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Chandipur | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Mirzapur | North-East | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Chatra
Public transport in the Uttar Chatra is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Champapukur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baduria to Uttar Chatra is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Chatra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Chatra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Chatra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uttar Chatra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Chatra
Where is Uttar Chatra located?
Uttar Chatra village is located in Baduria Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Chatra?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Chatra is Chhatra.
What is the pincode of Uttar Chatra?
The pincode of Uttar Chatra is 743247.
What is the population of Uttar Chatra?
Uttar Chatra has a total population of 3,026, including 1,511 males and 1,515 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Chatra?
There are 729 households in Uttar Chatra.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Chatra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Chatra is 74.39%. Male literacy is 77.17% and female literacy is 71.62%.