Uttar Kanakpur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Uttar Kanakpur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.5 km from Bongaon and around 52 km from Barasat. Dighari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Kanakpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Kanakpur is 322633. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.16 hectares and falls under the 743290 pincode. Bangoan is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Uttar Kanakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Kanakpur
As per Census 2011, Uttar Kanakpur village has a total population of 898 people, consisting of 459 males and 439 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 717 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 619 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Kanakpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 898 | 459 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 619 | 325 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 717 | 392 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 67 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Kanakpur
Uttar Kanakpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Briddhapalla | East | 1.25 km |
| Pathantala | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Mathurapur | West | 1.31 km |
| Dakshin Bhabanipur | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Bairampur | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Chinili | South | 1.69 km |
| Chithalia | East | 2.29 km |
| Huda Bishnupur | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Dighari | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Harishpur | South-East | 2.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Kanakpur
Public transport in the Uttar Kanakpur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Chakdaha, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.6 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangoan to Uttar Kanakpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Uttar Kanakpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Kanakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Kanakpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Kanakpur
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 Kanakpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Kanakpur
Where is Uttar Kanakpur located?
Uttar Kanakpur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Kanakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Kanakpur is Dighari.
What is the pincode of Uttar Kanakpur?
The pincode of Uttar Kanakpur is 743290.
What is the population of Uttar Kanakpur?
Uttar Kanakpur has a total population of 898, including 459 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Kanakpur?
There are 201 households in Uttar Kanakpur.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Kanakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Kanakpur is 79.84%. Male literacy is 85.40% and female literacy is 74.03%.