Urdhabpur - Egra - II, Purba Medinipur
Urdhabpur is a village situated in the Egra - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Vivekananda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urdhabpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urdhabpur is 346800. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.56 hectares and falls under the 721422 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Urdhabpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Egra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Medinipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urdhabpur
As per Census 2011, Urdhabpur village has a total population of 2,610 people, consisting of 1,339 males and 1,271 females. The village has 539 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,129 literate and 481 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urdhabpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,610 | 1,339 | 1,271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 117 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 2,129 | 1,154 | 975 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 185 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Urdhabpur
Urdhabpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shyampur | East | 1.23 km |
| Uttar Daidpur | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Bidurpur | East | 1.75 km |
| Kamalpur | West | 1.89 km |
| Tajpur | South | 2.00 km |
| Bar Bathuari | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Uttar Silampur | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Bainchebere | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Gangadhar Bar | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Nayapara | West | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urdhabpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Urdhabpur. The nearest railway station is Sitalpur Bengal, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.4 km.
| 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 Egra to Urdhabpur is about 11 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 Urdhabpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urdhabpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Urdhabpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urdhabpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Urdhabpur
Where is Urdhabpur located?
Urdhabpur village is located in Egra - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urdhabpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Urdhabpur is Vivekananda.
What is the pincode of Urdhabpur?
The pincode of Urdhabpur is 721422.
What is the population of Urdhabpur?
Urdhabpur has a total population of 2,610, including 1,339 males and 1,271 females.
How many households are there in Urdhabpur?
There are 539 households in Urdhabpur.
What is the literacy rate in Urdhabpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urdhabpur is 81.57%. Male literacy is 86.18% and female literacy is 76.71%.