Uriaparaur - Bhangar - II, South 24 Parganas
Uriaparaur is a village situated in the Bhangar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.4 km from Bhangar and around 58.7 km from Alipore. Polerhat-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uriaparaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uriaparaur is 333714. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.92 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Dum Dum is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Uriaparaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uriaparaur
As per Census 2011, Uriaparaur village has a total population of 4,893 people, consisting of 2,487 males and 2,406 females. The village has 975 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 730 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,148 literate and 1,745 illiterate residents. Additionally, 631 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uriaparaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,893 | 2,487 | 2,406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 730 | 359 | 371 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 631 | 327 | 304 |
| Literate Population | 3,148 | 1,663 | 1,485 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,745 | 824 | 921 |
Nearby Villages of Uriaparaur
Uriaparaur 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 Uriaparaur
Public transport in the Uriaparaur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Uriaparaur.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dum Dum to Uriaparaur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Uriaparaur is about 58.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uriaparaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uriaparaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uriaparaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uriaparaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Uriaparaur
Where is Uriaparaur located?
Uriaparaur village is located in Bhangar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uriaparaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uriaparaur is Polerhat-ii.
What is the pincode of Uriaparaur?
The pincode of Uriaparaur is 743502.
What is the population of Uriaparaur?
Uriaparaur has a total population of 4,893, including 2,487 males and 2,406 females.
How many households are there in Uriaparaur?
There are 975 households in Uriaparaur.
What is the literacy rate in Uriaparaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uriaparaur is 64.34%. Male literacy is 66.87% and female literacy is 61.72%.