Upariyala - Dasada, Surendranagar
Upariyala is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Upariyala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upariyala is 512134. The village covers a total geographical area of 1083.34 hectares and falls under the 363765 pincode. Patdi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Upariyala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Upariyala
According to the 2011 Census, Upariyala village had a total population of 1,604 people, including 838 males and 766 females, living in 328 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.47%, with male literacy at 87.55% and female literacy at 60.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 304.
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 | 1,604 | 838 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 99 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 160 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,059 | 647 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 191 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Upariyala
Upariyala 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 Upariyala
Public transport in the Upariyala is mainly available through bus services. Upariyala has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patdi to Upariyala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Upariyala 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 Upariyala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upariyala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Upariyala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upariyala 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 Upariyala
Where is Upariyala located?
Upariyala village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Upariyala?
Upariyala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Upariyala?
The pincode of Upariyala is 363765.
What is the population of Upariyala?
Upariyala had a total population of 1,604, including 838 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Upariyala?
Upariyala had 328 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upariyala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upariyala was 74.47%. Male literacy was 87.55% and female literacy was 60.32%.