Utappar - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Utappar is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Makri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Utappar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utappar is 019558. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.42 hectares and falls under the 174201 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Utappar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Utappar
According to the 2011 Census, Utappar village had a total population of 449 people, including 235 males and 214 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.56%, with male literacy at 93.94% and female literacy at 80.85%.
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 | 449 | 235 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 37 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 186 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 49 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Utappar
Utappar 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 Utappar
Utappar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naina Devi to Utappar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Utappar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Utappar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utappar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Utappar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utappar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Utappar
Where is Utappar located?
Utappar village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Utappar?
The Gram Panchayat of Utappar is Makri.
What is the pincode of Utappar?
The pincode of Utappar is 174201.
What is the population of Utappar?
Utappar had a total population of 449, including 235 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Utappar?
Utappar had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Utappar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utappar was 87.56%. Male literacy was 93.94% and female literacy was 80.85%.