Ujirpur - Jamalpur, Purba Bardhaman
Ujirpur is a village situated in the Jamalpur subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.2 km from Jamalpur. Jyotsreeram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ujirpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujirpur is 320679. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.18 hectares and falls under the 713408 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ujirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ujirpur
As per Census 2011, Ujirpur village has a total population of 1,705 people, consisting of 895 males and 810 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,177 literate and 528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 873 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ujirpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,705 | 895 | 810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 89 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 873 | 470 | 403 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | - | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,177 | 677 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 218 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Ujirpur
Ujirpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amarpur | South-East | 0.56 km |
| Reshalatpur | West | 1.17 km |
| Dakshin Mohanpur | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Siali | South | 1.29 km |
| Nandanpur | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Muidipur | North | 1.53 km |
| Bara Tikra | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Daspur | East | 2.06 km |
| Habibpur | South | 2.15 km |
| Sonar Garia | North | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ujirpur
Ujirpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.8 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Ujirpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ujirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujirpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ujirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujirpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ujirpur
Where is Ujirpur located?
Ujirpur village is located in Jamalpur Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ujirpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ujirpur is Jyotsreeram.
What is the pincode of Ujirpur?
The pincode of Ujirpur is 713408.
What is the population of Ujirpur?
Ujirpur has a total population of 1,705, including 895 males and 810 females.
How many households are there in Ujirpur?
There are 400 households in Ujirpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ujirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujirpur is 69.03%. Male literacy is 75.64% and female literacy is 61.73%.