Uttar Panchpota - Bagda, North 24 Parganas
Uttar Panchpota is a village situated in the Bagda subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.3 km from Bagda and around 65.6 km from Barasat. Malipota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Panchpota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Panchpota is 322491. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.78 hectares and falls under the 743297 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Uttar Panchpota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Panchpota
As per Census 2011, Uttar Panchpota village has a total population of 2,242 people, consisting of 1,145 males and 1,097 females. The village has 514 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,540 literate and 702 illiterate residents. Additionally, 425 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Panchpota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,242 | 1,145 | 1,097 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 117 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 425 | 217 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,540 | 823 | 717 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 322 | 380 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Panchpota
Uttar Panchpota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kujarbagi | South | 1.19 km |
| Paschim Malipota | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Aismali | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Natabaria | East | 1.53 km |
| Godpukuria | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Chuadanga | East | 2.06 km |
| Goalbagi | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Badbagi | North | 2.44 km |
| Chatrabagi | South | 2.69 km |
| Chinapukuria | South-West | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Panchpota
Uttar Panchpota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Aranghata, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangaon to Uttar Panchpota is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Uttar Panchpota is about 65.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Panchpota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Panchpota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Panchpota
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 Panchpota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Panchpota
Where is Uttar Panchpota located?
Uttar Panchpota village is located in Bagda Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Panchpota?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Panchpota is Malipota.
What is the pincode of Uttar Panchpota?
The pincode of Uttar Panchpota is 743297.
What is the population of Uttar Panchpota?
Uttar Panchpota has a total population of 2,242, including 1,145 males and 1,097 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Panchpota?
There are 514 households in Uttar Panchpota.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Panchpota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Panchpota is 68.69%. Male literacy is 71.88% and female literacy is 65.36%.