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.
Uttar Goalpara has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Uttar Goalpara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Uttar Goalpara village:
- The total population of Uttar Goalpara village is around 1,505, including approximately 765 males and 740 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 240 children aged 0–6 years in Uttar Goalpara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Uttar Goalpara village has 722 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 338 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Uttar Goalpara village is about 38.74%, with male literacy at 42.09% and female literacy at 35.27%.
- There are around 306 households in Uttar Goalpara village.
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%.