Uttar Danga - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Uttar Danga is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.9 km from Gosaba and around 102 km from Alipore. Rangabelia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Danga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Danga is 335159. The village covers a total geographical area of 437.18 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Uttar Danga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Danga
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Danga village had a total population of 3,673 people, including 1,844 males and 1,829 females, living in 851 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.79%, with male literacy at 87.64% and female literacy at 73.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,245, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 377.
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 | 3,673 | 1,844 | 1,829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 194 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,245 | 1,125 | 1,120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 377 | 181 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 2,658 | 1,446 | 1,212 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,015 | 398 | 617 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Danga
Uttar Danga 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 Danga
Uttar Danga 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 5-10 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 Canning to Uttar Danga is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Uttar Danga is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Danga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Danga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uttar Danga
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 Danga 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 Danga
Where is Uttar Danga located?
Uttar Danga village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uttar Danga?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Danga is Rangabelia.
What is the pincode of Uttar Danga?
The pincode of Uttar Danga is 743370.
What is the population of Uttar Danga?
Uttar Danga had a total population of 3,673, including 1,844 males and 1,829 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Danga?
Uttar Danga had 851 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Danga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Danga was 80.79%. Male literacy was 87.64% and female literacy was 73.90%.