Uttar Padma - Egra - II, Purba Medinipur
Uttar Padma is a village situated in the Egra - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Bathuary serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Padma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Padma is 346814. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.37 hectares and falls under the 721422 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Uttar Padma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanthi Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Padma
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Padma village had a total population of 1,037 people, including 525 males and 512 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.40%, with male literacy at 92.27% and female literacy at 76.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 512.
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 | 1,037 | 525 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 72 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 512 | 261 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 752 | 418 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 107 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Padma
Uttar Padma 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 Padma
Uttar Padma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Contai to Uttar Padma 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 Uttar Padma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Padma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Padma
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 Padma 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 Uttar Padma
Where is Uttar Padma located?
Uttar Padma village is located in Egra - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uttar Padma?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Padma is Bathuary.
What is the pincode of Uttar Padma?
The pincode of Uttar Padma is 721422.
What is the population of Uttar Padma?
Uttar Padma had a total population of 1,037, including 525 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Padma?
Uttar Padma had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Padma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Padma was 84.40%. Male literacy was 92.27% and female literacy was 76.26%.