Uttar Kathalia - Bhangar - II, South 24 Parganas
Uttar Kathalia is a village situated in the Bhangar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.4 km from Bhangar and around 57.6 km from Alipore. Bhogali-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Kathalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Kathalia is 333758. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.36 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Dum Dum is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Uttar Kathalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Kathalia
As per Census 2011, Uttar Kathalia village has a total population of 8,628 people, consisting of 4,374 males and 4,254 females. The village has 1,784 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,801 literate and 2,827 illiterate residents. Additionally, 248 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Kathalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,628 | 4,374 | 4,254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,207 | 577 | 630 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 123 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,801 | 3,034 | 2,767 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,827 | 1,340 | 1,487 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Kathalia
Uttar Kathalia 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 Kathalia
Uttar Kathalia 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dum Dum to Uttar Kathalia is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Uttar Kathalia is about 57.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Kathalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Kathalia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Kathalia
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 Kathalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Kathalia
Where is Uttar Kathalia located?
Uttar Kathalia village is located in Bhangar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Kathalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Kathalia is Bhogali-ii.
What is the pincode of Uttar Kathalia?
The pincode of Uttar Kathalia is 743502.
What is the population of Uttar Kathalia?
Uttar Kathalia has a total population of 8,628, including 4,374 males and 4,254 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Kathalia?
There are 1,784 households in Uttar Kathalia.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Kathalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Kathalia is 67.23%. Male literacy is 69.36% and female literacy is 65.04%.