Uttar Jinanda - Kolaghat, Purba Medinipur
Uttar Jinanda is a village situated in the Kolaghat subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolaghat and around 28.8 km from the district headquarters in Tamluk. Siddha-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Jinanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Jinanda is 344373. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.89 hectares and falls under the 721151 pincode. Kolaghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Uttar Jinanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Jinanda
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Jinanda village had a total population of 3,162 people, including 1,648 males and 1,514 females, living in 655 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.73%, with male literacy at 93.59% and female literacy at 81.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 3,162 | 1,648 | 1,514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 166 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,488 | 1,387 | 1,101 |
| Illiterate Population | 674 | 261 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Jinanda
Uttar Jinanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sridhar Basan | South-East | 0.59 km |
| Deulbar | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Kayadangi | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Siddha | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Gobardhanpur | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Bardabar | East | 1.98 km |
| Dakshin Sagarbar | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Dakshin Jinanda | South | 2.23 km |
| Gurchakil | West | 2.37 km |
| Chapda | North | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Jinanda
Uttar Jinanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhogpur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kolaghat to Uttar Jinanda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tamluk to Uttar Jinanda is about 28.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Jinanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Jinanda 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 Uttar Jinanda
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 Jinanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Jinanda
Where is Uttar Jinanda located?
Uttar Jinanda village is located in Kolaghat Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Jinanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Jinanda is Siddha-i.
What is the pincode of Uttar Jinanda?
The pincode of Uttar Jinanda is 721151.
What is the population of Uttar Jinanda?
Uttar Jinanda had a total population of 3,162, including 1,648 males and 1,514 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Jinanda?
Uttar Jinanda had 655 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Jinanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Jinanda was 87.73%. Male literacy was 93.59% and female literacy was 81.31%.