Uttar Piashala - Keshpur, Paschim Medinipur
Uttar Piashala is a village situated in the Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Amanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Piashala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Piashala is 338179. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.35 hectares and falls under the 721260 pincode. Chandrakona is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Uttar Piashala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Piashala
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Piashala village had a total population of 609 people, including 315 males and 294 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.10%, with male literacy at 92.58% and female literacy at 83.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 609 | 315 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 47 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 481 | 262 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 53 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Piashala
Uttar Piashala 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 Piashala
Uttar Piashala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. Uttar Piashala has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandrakona to Uttar Piashala is about 7 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 Piashala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Piashala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uttar Piashala
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 Piashala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Uttar Piashala
Where is Uttar Piashala located?
Uttar Piashala village is located in Keshpur Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uttar Piashala?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Piashala is Amanpur.
What is the pincode of Uttar Piashala?
The pincode of Uttar Piashala is 721260.
What is the population of Uttar Piashala?
Uttar Piashala had a total population of 609, including 315 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Piashala?
Uttar Piashala had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Piashala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Piashala was 88.10%. Male literacy was 92.58% and female literacy was 83.27%.