Uttar Garankati - Jaynagar - II, South 24 Parganas
Uttar Garankati is a village situated in the Jaynagar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.1 km from Jaynagar and around 45.6 km from Alipore. Beledurganagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Garankati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Garankati is 334996. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.32 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Uttar Garankati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joynagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Garankati
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Garankati village had a total population of 160 people, including 78 males and 82 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.57%, with male literacy at 87.30% and female literacy at 64.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
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 | 160 | 78 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 55 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 23 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Garankati
Uttar Garankati 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 Garankati
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Uttar Garankati. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Uttar Garankati.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaynagar to Uttar Garankati is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Uttar Garankati is about 45.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Garankati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Garankati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Garankati
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 Garankati 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Uttar Garankati
Where is Uttar Garankati located?
Uttar Garankati village is located in Jaynagar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Garankati?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Garankati is Beledurganagar.
What is the pincode of Uttar Garankati?
The pincode of Uttar Garankati is 743337.
What is the population of Uttar Garankati?
Uttar Garankati had a total population of 160, including 78 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Garankati?
Uttar Garankati had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Garankati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Garankati was 75.57%. Male literacy was 87.30% and female literacy was 64.71%.