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
As per Census 2011, Uttar Besarbari village has a total population of 791 people, consisting of 396 males and 395 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 382 literate and 409 illiterate residents. Additionally, 319 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 269 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Besarbari are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 791, including 396 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Besarbari?
There are 164 households in Uttar Besarbari.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Besarbari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Besarbari is 48.29%. Male literacy is 56.57% and female literacy is 40.00%.