Uttar Gazipur - Bhangar - II, South 24 Parganas
Uttar Gazipur is a village situated in the Bhangar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.2 km from Bhangar and around 54.2 km from Alipore. Polerhat-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Gazipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Gazipur is 333715. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.48 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Dum Dum is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Uttar Gazipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Gazipur
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Gazipur village had a total population of 3,628 people, including 1,862 males and 1,766 females, living in 730 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.79%, with male literacy at 81.46% and female literacy at 76.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 198.
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 | 3,628 | 1,862 | 1,766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 502 | 271 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 102 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,463 | 1,296 | 1,167 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,165 | 566 | 599 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Gazipur
Uttar Gazipur 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 Gazipur
Public transport in the Uttar Gazipur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Uttar Gazipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Uttar Gazipur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Uttar Gazipur is about 54.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Gazipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Gazipur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Gazipur
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 Gazipur 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 Uttar Gazipur
Where is Uttar Gazipur located?
Uttar Gazipur village is located in Bhangar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uttar Gazipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Gazipur is Polerhat-ii.
What is the pincode of Uttar Gazipur?
The pincode of Uttar Gazipur is 743502.
What is the population of Uttar Gazipur?
Uttar Gazipur had a total population of 3,628, including 1,862 males and 1,766 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Gazipur?
Uttar Gazipur had 730 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Gazipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Gazipur was 78.79%. Male literacy was 81.46% and female literacy was 76.03%.