Uttar Kenosa - Keshpur, Paschim Medinipur
Uttar Kenosa is a village situated in the Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Golar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Kenosa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Kenosa is 338263. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.43 hectares and falls under the 721122 pincode. Midnapore is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Uttar Kenosa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Kenosa
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Kenosa village had a total population of 689 people, including 351 males and 338 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.61%, with male literacy at 82.48% and female literacy at 72.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 424.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 689 | 351 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 424 | 219 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 259 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 92 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Kenosa
Uttar Kenosa 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 Uttar Kenosa
Uttar Kenosa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Midnapore to Uttar Kenosa is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Kenosa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Kenosa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Kenosa
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 Kenosa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Kenosa
Where is Uttar Kenosa located?
Uttar Kenosa village is located in Keshpur Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Kenosa?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Kenosa is Golar.
What is the pincode of Uttar Kenosa?
The pincode of Uttar Kenosa is 721122.
What is the population of Uttar Kenosa?
Uttar Kenosa had a total population of 689, including 351 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Kenosa?
Uttar Kenosa had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Kenosa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Kenosa was 77.61%. Male literacy was 82.48% and female literacy was 72.48%.