Uparkamta - Aamabeda, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Uparkamta is a village situated in the Aamabeda tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Antagarh and around 100 km from Kanker. Kotkud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uparkamta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uparkamta is 448159. The village covers a total geographical area of 209 hectares and falls under the 494230 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Uparkamta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uparkamta
As per Census 2011, Uparkamta village has a total population of 206 people, consisting of 99 males and 107 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 195 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uparkamta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 206 | 99 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 96 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 48 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 51 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Uparkamta
Uparkamta is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Uparkamta
Uparkamta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Uparkamta is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Uparkamta is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uparkamta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uparkamta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uparkamta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uparkamta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Uparkamta
Where is Uparkamta located?
Uparkamta village is located in Aamabeda Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uparkamta?
The Gram Panchayat of Uparkamta is Kotkud.
What is the pincode of Uparkamta?
The pincode of Uparkamta is 494230.
What is the population of Uparkamta?
Uparkamta has a total population of 206, including 99 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Uparkamta?
There are 33 households in Uparkamta.
What is the literacy rate in Uparkamta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uparkamta is 39.32%. Male literacy is 48.48% and female literacy is 30.84%.