Upera - Unjha, Mahesana
Upera is a village situated in the Unjha taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Unjha and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Upera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upera is 509267. The village covers a total geographical area of 2269.18 hectares and falls under the 384170 pincode. Unjha is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Upera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Unjha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Upera
As per Census 2011, Upera village has a total population of 6,641 people, consisting of 3,491 males and 3,150 females. The village has 1,390 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 830 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,822 literate and 1,819 illiterate residents. Additionally, 547 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,641 | 3,491 | 3,150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 830 | 449 | 381 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 547 | 299 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 4,822 | 2,768 | 2,054 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,819 | 723 | 1,096 |
Nearby Villages of Upera
Upera 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 Upera
Public transport in the Upera is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Upera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Unjha to Upera is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Upera is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Upera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upera 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Upera
Where is Upera located?
Upera village is located in Unjha Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upera?
Upera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Upera?
The pincode of Upera is 384170.
What is the population of Upera?
Upera has a total population of 6,641, including 3,491 males and 3,150 females.
How many households are there in Upera?
There are 1,390 households in Upera.
What is the literacy rate in Upera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upera is 72.61%. Male literacy is 79.29% and female literacy is 65.21%.