Kup - Netrang, Bharuch
Kup is a village situated in the Netrang taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Valia and around 60 km from Bharuch. Arethi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kup village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kup is 522443. The village covers a total geographical area of 282.11 hectares and falls under the 393130 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kup village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kup
According to the 2011 Census, Kup village had a total population of 337 people, including 170 males and 167 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.58%, with male literacy at 79.19% and female literacy at 59.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 316.
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 | 337 | 170 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 21 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 316 | 157 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 118 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 52 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Kup
Kup 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 Kup
Public transport in the Kup is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anklesvar to Kup is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Kup is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kup
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kup 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 Kup
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kup 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 Kup
Where is Kup located?
Kup village is located in Netrang Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kup?
The Gram Panchayat of Kup is Arethi.
What is the pincode of Kup?
The pincode of Kup is 393130.
What is the population of Kup?
Kup had a total population of 337, including 170 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Kup?
Kup had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kup?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kup was 69.58%. Male literacy was 79.19% and female literacy was 59.12%.