Uttar Arunnagar - Jaynagar - I, South 24 Parganas
Uttar Arunnagar is a village situated in the Jaynagar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.9 km from Baru and around 34.1 km from Alipore. Chaltaberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Arunnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Arunnagar is 334935. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.54 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Joyanagar Majil is the nearest town, located about 251 km away.
Uttar Arunnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Arunnagar
As per Census 2011, Uttar Arunnagar village has a total population of 331 people, consisting of 166 males and 165 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Arunnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 331 | 166 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 166 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 58 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 108 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Arunnagar
Uttar Arunnagar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hogaldahari | North-West | 0.54 km |
| Maldari | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Dewanganj | West | 1.56 km |
| Chatra | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Mautala | North | 1.95 km |
| Purba Gabberia | South | 2.15 km |
| Arunnagar Dakshin | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Andulberia | South | 2.44 km |
| Srikrishnanagar | West | 2.64 km |
| Dhosa | South-East | 2.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Arunnagar
Uttar Arunnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Gocharan, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joyanagar Majil to Uttar Arunnagar is about 251 km, with a usual travel time of around ~7.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Uttar Arunnagar is about 34.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Arunnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Arunnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Arunnagar
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 Arunnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Arunnagar
Where is Uttar Arunnagar located?
Uttar Arunnagar village is located in Jaynagar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Arunnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Arunnagar is Chaltaberia.
What is the pincode of Uttar Arunnagar?
The pincode of Uttar Arunnagar is 743337.
What is the population of Uttar Arunnagar?
Uttar Arunnagar has a total population of 331, including 166 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Arunnagar?
There are 59 households in Uttar Arunnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Arunnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Arunnagar is 23.87%. Male literacy is 34.94% and female literacy is 12.73%.