Uttar Jaypura - Chopra, Uttar Dinajpur
Uttar Jaypura is a village situated in the Chopra subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopra and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Daspara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Jaypura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Jaypura is 308885. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.91 hectares and falls under the 733207 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Uttar Jaypura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Jaypura
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Jaypura village had a total population of 58 people, including 37 males and 21 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 568 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.91%, with male literacy at 76.67% and female literacy at 68.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 58 | 37 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 23 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 14 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Jaypura
Uttar Jaypura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paschim Jibhakata | South | 0.62 km |
| Dakshin Atharkhai | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Baigargachh | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Paschim Jaipura | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Dhamjegachh | East | 1.44 km |
| Teligachh | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Purbba Jaypura | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Dakshin Jaypura | South | 1.95 km |
| Athiala | West | 2.11 km |
| Boalmari | South | 2.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Jaypura
Uttar Jaypura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dumdangi, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.1 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 Jaypura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Uttar Jaypura 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 Jaypura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Jaypura 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Jaypura
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 Jaypura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Jaypura
Where is Uttar Jaypura located?
Uttar Jaypura village is located in Chopra Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Jaypura?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Jaypura is Daspara.
What is the pincode of Uttar Jaypura?
The pincode of Uttar Jaypura is 733207.
What is the population of Uttar Jaypura?
Uttar Jaypura had a total population of 58, including 37 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Jaypura?
Uttar Jaypura had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Jaypura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Jaypura was 73.91%. Male literacy was 76.67% and female literacy was 68.75%.