Uttar Rajapur - Bhangar - II, South 24 Parganas
Uttar Rajapur is a village situated in the Bhangar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from Bhangar and around 61.8 km from Alipore. Shanpukur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Rajapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Rajapur is 333753. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.53 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Dum Dum is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Uttar Rajapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Rajapur
As per Census 2011, Uttar Rajapur village has a total population of 1,464 people, consisting of 760 males and 704 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 893 literate and 571 illiterate residents. Additionally, 372 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Rajapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,464 | 760 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 119 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 372 | 200 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 893 | 470 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 571 | 290 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Rajapur
Uttar Rajapur 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 Rajapur
Uttar Rajapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dum Dum to Uttar Rajapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Uttar Rajapur is about 61.8 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 Rajapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Rajapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Rajapur
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 Rajapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Rajapur
Where is Uttar Rajapur located?
Uttar Rajapur village is located in Bhangar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Rajapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Rajapur is Shanpukur.
What is the pincode of Uttar Rajapur?
The pincode of Uttar Rajapur is 743502.
What is the population of Uttar Rajapur?
Uttar Rajapur has a total population of 1,464, including 760 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Rajapur?
There are 302 households in Uttar Rajapur.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Rajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Rajapur is 61.00%. Male literacy is 61.84% and female literacy is 60.09%.