Uparkapa

Uparkapa is a village located in Kunkuri tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Kunkuri (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Hetkapa is the gram panchayat of Uparkapa village.

Uparkapa has its own place in the vibrant Jashpur 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 Uparkapa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Uparkapa is 433993. The village spans a total geographical area of 406.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496225. Jashpur Nagar is nearest town to Uparkapa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 64km away.

When it comes to local governance, Uparkapa 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 Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Uparkapa

Below is a concise population overview of Uparkapa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 477 239 238
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 81 38 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 194 104 90
Literate Population 202 127 75
Illiterate Population 275 112 163

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Uparkapa village:

  • The total population of Uparkapa village is around 477, including approximately 239 males and 238 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Uparkapa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Uparkapa village has 194 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Uparkapa village is about 42.35%, with male literacy at 53.14% and female literacy at 31.51%.
  • There are around 118 households in Uparkapa village.

Connectivity of Uparkapa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Uparkapa. As per the 2011 stats, Uparkapa 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 Uparkapa

Knowing the nearby villages of Uparkapa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Uparkapa.

Pakarikachhar Hethkapa Goriya Tangar Bahari Nonpani Kaliba Harradand Chhuritoli Lorha Amba Chulhapani Dondapani

Frequently Asked Questions about Uparkapa

Where is Uparkapa located?
Uparkapa village is situated in Kunkuri Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uparkapa?
The Gram Panchayat of Uparkapa is Hetkapa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Uparkapa?
The pincode of Uparkapa is 496225, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Uparkapa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Uparkapa is 477, with 239 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Uparkapa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Uparkapa village has a total of 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uparkapa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uparkapa is 42.35%. The male literacy rate is 53.14%, while the female literacy rate is 31.51%.