Uttar Kashinagar - Mathurapur - II, South 24 Parganas
Uttar Kashinagar is a village situated in the Mathurapur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.5 km from Baribhanga Abad and around 61.2 km from Alipore. Kasinagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Kashinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Kashinagar is 335172. The village covers a total geographical area of 792.67 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Uttar Kashinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Kashinagar
As per Census 2011, Uttar Kashinagar village has a total population of 12,231 people, consisting of 6,367 males and 5,864 females. The village has 2,603 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,401 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,442 literate and 3,789 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,896 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Kashinagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,231 | 6,367 | 5,864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,401 | 750 | 651 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,896 | 1,490 | 1,406 |
| Literate Population | 8,442 | 4,714 | 3,728 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,789 | 1,653 | 2,136 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Kashinagar
Uttar Kashinagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Sarberia | North | 1.59 km |
| Batishwar | North | 1.66 km |
| Raghabpur | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Uttar Madhusudanpur | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Ramkrishnapur | North | 2.50 km |
| Sadial | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Ramjibanpur | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Uttar Lakshminarayanpur | West | 3.66 km |
| Gopinathpur | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Bhagabatipur | North-West | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Kashinagar
Uttar Kashinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mathurapur Road, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joynagar to Uttar Kashinagar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Uttar Kashinagar is about 61.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Kashinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Kashinagar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uttar Kashinagar
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 Kashinagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Uttar Kashinagar
Where is Uttar Kashinagar located?
Uttar Kashinagar village is located in Mathurapur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Kashinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Kashinagar is Kasinagar.
What is the pincode of Uttar Kashinagar?
The pincode of Uttar Kashinagar is 743354.
What is the population of Uttar Kashinagar?
Uttar Kashinagar has a total population of 12,231, including 6,367 males and 5,864 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Kashinagar?
There are 2,603 households in Uttar Kashinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Kashinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Kashinagar is 69.02%. Male literacy is 74.04% and female literacy is 63.57%.