Uchpa
Uchpa is a village located in Vav taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Vav (tehsildar office) and 112km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Chuva is the gram panchayat of Uchpa village.
Uchpa has its own place in the vibrant Banas Kantha 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 Uchpa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Uchpa is 507397. The village spans a total geographical area of 840.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385575. Tharad is nearest town to Uchpa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Uchpa 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 Vav Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Uchpa
Population of Uchpa
Below is a concise population overview of Uchpa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,499 | 1,285 | 1,214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 477 | 242 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 112 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,093 | 715 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,406 | 570 | 836 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Uchpa village:
- The total population of Uchpa village is around 2,499, including approximately 1,285 males and 1,214 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 477 children aged 0–6 years in Uchpa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Uchpa village has 215 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 59 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Uchpa village is about 43.74%, with male literacy at 55.64% and female literacy at 31.14%.
- There are around 426 households in Uchpa village.
Connectivity of Uchpa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Uchpa. As per the 2011 stats, Uchpa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Uchpa
Knowing the nearby villages of Uchpa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Uchpa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Uchpa
- Where is Uchpa located?
- Uchpa village is situated in Vav Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Uchpa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Uchpa is Chuva (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Uchpa?
- The pincode of Uchpa is 385575, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Uchpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Uchpa is 2,499, with 1,285 males and 1,214 females.
- How many households are there in Uchpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Uchpa village has a total of 426 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Uchpa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uchpa is 43.74%. The male literacy rate is 55.64%, while the female literacy rate is 31.14%.