Uttar Besarbari - Chopra, Uttar Dinajpur
Uttar Besarbari is a village situated in the Chopra subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopra and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Majhiali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Besarbari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Besarbari is 308892. The village covers a total geographical area of 250.5 hectares and falls under the 733207 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Uttar Besarbari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Besarbari
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Besarbari village had a total population of 791 people, including 396 males and 395 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.62%, with male literacy at 67.47% and female literacy at 47.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 319, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 269.
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 | 791 | 396 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 165 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 132 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 224 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 172 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Besarbari
Uttar Besarbari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purbba Andharijhari | East | 1.33 km |
| Dakshin Kundal Pukhar | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Paschim Andharijhari | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Majhiali | West | 2.36 km |
| Dakshin Besarbari | South | 2.74 km |
| Choagari | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Ariagaon | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Lalitgachh | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Dhiaghar | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Chhota Ariangaon | West | 3.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Besarbari
Uttar Besarbari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tin Mile Hat, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.0 km.
| 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 Islampur to Uttar Besarbari is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Uttar Besarbari is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Besarbari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Besarbari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Besarbari
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 Besarbari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Besarbari
Where is Uttar Besarbari located?
Uttar Besarbari village is located in Chopra Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Besarbari?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Besarbari is Majhiali.
What is the pincode of Uttar Besarbari?
The pincode of Uttar Besarbari is 733207.
What is the population of Uttar Besarbari?
Uttar Besarbari had a total population of 791, including 396 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Besarbari?
Uttar Besarbari had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Besarbari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Besarbari was 57.62%. Male literacy was 67.47% and female literacy was 47.73%.