Uludanga - Habra - I, North 24 Parganas
Uludanga is a village situated in the Habra - I subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12 km from Prafullanagar and around 31.9 km from Barasat. Machhlandapur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uludanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uludanga is 322896. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.08 hectares and falls under the 743289 pincode. Habra is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Uludanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gaighata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uludanga
As per Census 2011, Uludanga village has a total population of 2,761 people, consisting of 1,426 males and 1,335 females. The village has 696 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,231 literate and 530 illiterate residents. Additionally, 964 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uludanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,761 | 1,426 | 1,335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 118 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 964 | 505 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,231 | 1,219 | 1,012 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 207 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Uludanga
Uludanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Krishna Nagar | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Rajballabhpur | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Baugachhi | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Salua | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Kuchlia | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Payragachhi | West | 2.41 km |
| Bergum | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Jhanjhania | North | 2.55 km |
| Beleni | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Nangla | South | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uludanga
Uludanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Harua Road, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Habra to Uludanga is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Uludanga is about 31.9 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uludanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uludanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uludanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uludanga 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uludanga
Where is Uludanga located?
Uludanga village is located in Habra - I Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uludanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Uludanga is Machhlandapur-i.
What is the pincode of Uludanga?
The pincode of Uludanga is 743289.
What is the population of Uludanga?
Uludanga has a total population of 2,761, including 1,426 males and 1,335 females.
How many households are there in Uludanga?
There are 696 households in Uludanga.
What is the literacy rate in Uludanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uludanga is 80.80%. Male literacy is 85.48% and female literacy is 75.81%.