Uchpani - Bhanupratappur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Uchpani is a village situated in the Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanupratappur and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Dongarkatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uchpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uchpani is 447598. The village covers a total geographical area of 430.01 hectares and falls under the 494670 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Uchpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uchpani
According to the 2011 Census, Uchpani village had a total population of 427 people, including 210 males and 217 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.86%, with male literacy at 79.56% and female literacy at 60.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 405.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 427 | 210 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 405 | 200 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 144 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 66 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Uchpani
Uchpani 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 Uchpani
Uchpani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Uchpani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanupratappur to Uchpani is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Uchpani is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uchpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uchpani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uchpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uchpani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uchpani
Where is Uchpani located?
Uchpani village is located in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uchpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Uchpani is Dongarkatta.
What is the pincode of Uchpani?
The pincode of Uchpani is 494670.
What is the population of Uchpani?
Uchpani had a total population of 427, including 210 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Uchpani?
Uchpani had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uchpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uchpani was 69.86%. Male literacy was 79.56% and female literacy was 60.33%.