Upka
Upka is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Upka unique in its vibrant Kota-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Upka’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 Upka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Upka is 437948. The village spans a total geographical area of 184.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495116. Kota is nearest town to Upka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Upka 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 Kota Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Upka
Population of Upka
According to the 2011 Census, Upka has a total population of about 887, with approximately 463 males and 424 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 147 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 30 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 506. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.16%, with male literacy at about 68.25% and female literacy near 45.05%. There are around 235 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Upka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 887 | 463 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 78 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 506 | 265 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 316 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 147 | 233 |
Connectivity of Upka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Upka. As per the 2011 stats, Upka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Upka
Knowing the nearby villages of Upka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Upka.
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%.