Upka
About Upka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Upka village is 437948. Upka village is located in Kota tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Kota (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Upka village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 184.7 hectares. Upka has a total population of 887 peoples, out of which male population is 463 while female population is 424. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 915 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of upka village is 57.16% out of which 68.25% males and 45.05% females are literate. There are about 235 houses in upka village. Pincode of upka village locality is 495116.
When it comes to administration, Upka village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Upka village comes under Kota Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency. Kota is nearest town to upka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Upka
The population details of Upka cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 887 | 463 | 424 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 147 | 78 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 506 | 265 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 316 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 147 | 233 |
Connectivity of Upka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Upka
Where is Upka located?
Upka village is situated in Kota Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upka?
Upka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Upka?
The pincode of Upka is 495116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Upka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Upka is 887, with 463 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Upka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Upka village has a total of 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Upka is 57.16%. The male literacy rate is 68.25%, while the female literacy rate is 45.05%.