Uttar Gorasahid - Chopra, Uttar Dinajpur
Uttar Gorasahid is a village situated in the Chopra subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopra and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Daspara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Gorasahid village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Gorasahid is 308882. The village covers a total geographical area of 635.35 hectares and falls under the 733207 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Uttar Gorasahid village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Gorasahid
As per Census 2011, Uttar Gorasahid village has a total population of 5,064 people, consisting of 2,547 males and 2,517 females. The village has 960 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,132 literate and 2,932 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Gorasahid are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,064 | 2,547 | 2,517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,105 | 532 | 573 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 2,132 | 1,234 | 898 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,932 | 1,313 | 1,619 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Gorasahid
Uttar Gorasahid 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gendagachh | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Dhamjegachh | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Teligachh | West | 2.66 km |
| Thunthunia | South | 2.69 km |
| Uttar Jibhakata | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Baigargachh | West | 2.85 km |
| Babugachh | South | 2.89 km |
| Purbba Jaypura | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Nahargachh | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Uttar Jaypura | West | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Gorasahid
Uttar Gorasahid is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dumdangi, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gorasahid is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Uttar Gorasahid is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Gorasahid
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Gorasahid 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Gorasahid
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 Gorasahid 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 Gorasahid
Where is Uttar Gorasahid located?
Uttar Gorasahid village is located in Chopra Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Gorasahid?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Gorasahid is Daspara.
What is the pincode of Uttar Gorasahid?
The pincode of Uttar Gorasahid is 733207.
What is the population of Uttar Gorasahid?
Uttar Gorasahid has a total population of 5,064, including 2,547 males and 2,517 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Gorasahid?
There are 960 households in Uttar Gorasahid.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Gorasahid?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Gorasahid is 42.10%. Male literacy is 48.45% and female literacy is 35.68%.