Uttar Goalpara
Uttar Goalpara is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.4km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Uttar Goalpara village. As per 2009 stats, Rampur is the gram panchayat of Uttar Goalpara village.
Here you can discover what makes Uttar Goalpara unique in its vibrant Raiganj-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Uttar Goalpara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Uttar Goalpara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Uttar Goalpara is 309663. The village spans a total geographical area of 183.1 hectares. Raiganj is nearest town to Uttar Goalpara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Uttar Goalpara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Hemtabad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Uttar Goalpara
Population of Uttar Goalpara
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Goalpara has a total population of about 1,505, with approximately 765 males and 740 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 240 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 722 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 338. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.74%, with male literacy at about 42.09% and female literacy near 35.27%. There are around 306 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Uttar Goalpara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,505 | 765 | 740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 125 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 722 | 355 | 367 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 338 | 176 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 322 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 922 | 443 | 479 |
Connectivity of Uttar Goalpara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Uttar Goalpara. As per the 2011 stats, Uttar Goalpara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Goalpara
Knowing the nearby villages of Uttar Goalpara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Uttar Goalpara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Uttar Goalpara
- Where is Uttar Goalpara located?
- Uttar Goalpara village is situated in Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Goalpara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Goalpara is Rampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Uttar Goalpara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Uttar Goalpara is 1,505, with 765 males and 740 females.
- How many households are there in Uttar Goalpara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Uttar Goalpara village has a total of 306 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Uttar Goalpara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uttar Goalpara is 38.74%. The male literacy rate is 42.09%, while the female literacy rate is 35.27%.