Uttar Battala - Basanti, South 24 Parganas
Uttar Battala is a village situated in the Basanti subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.6 km from Sonakhali and around 63.8 km from Alipore. Uttar Mokamberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Battala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Battala is 335075. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.78 hectares and falls under the 743312 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Uttar Battala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basanti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Battala
As per Census 2011, Uttar Battala village has a total population of 724 people, consisting of 368 males and 356 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 299 literate and 425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 178 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Battala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 724 | 368 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 86 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 171 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 197 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Battala
Uttar Battala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amratala | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Garkhali | West | 1.87 km |
| Charanikhali | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Tetultala | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Dabu | North | 2.99 km |
| Naliakhali | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Gola Bari | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Hero Bhanga | West | 4.07 km |
| Dakshin Narayantala | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Budh Khali | South | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Battala
Uttar Battala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Canning, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.4 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Uttar Battala is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Uttar Battala is about 63.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Battala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Battala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Battala
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 Battala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Uttar Battala
Where is Uttar Battala located?
Uttar Battala village is located in Basanti Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Battala?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Battala is Uttar Mokamberia.
What is the pincode of Uttar Battala?
The pincode of Uttar Battala is 743312.
What is the population of Uttar Battala?
Uttar Battala has a total population of 724, including 368 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Battala?
There are 154 households in Uttar Battala.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Battala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Battala is 41.30%. Male literacy is 46.47% and female literacy is 35.96%.