Upet
Upet is a village located in Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Geedam (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Upet village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Upet unique in its vibrant Gidam-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Upet’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 Upet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Upet is 450133. The village spans a total geographical area of 555.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494441. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Upet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Upet 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 Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Upet
Population of Upet
According to the 2011 Census, Upet has a total population of about 513, with approximately 272 males and 241 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 107 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 497. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.23%, with male literacy at about 56.25% and female literacy near 15.77%. There are around 117 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Upet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 513 | 272 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 60 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 497 | 264 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 153 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 119 | 203 |
Connectivity of Upet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Upet. As per the 2011 stats, Upet 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Upet
Knowing the nearby villages of Upet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Upet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Upet
- Where is Upet located?
- Upet village is situated in Gidam Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Upet?
- Upet serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Upet?
- The pincode of Upet is 494441, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Upet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Upet is 513, with 272 males and 241 females.
- How many households are there in Upet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Upet village has a total of 117 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Upet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Upet is 37.23%. The male literacy rate is 56.25%, while the female literacy rate is 15.77%.