Utpur - Churah, Chamba
Utpur is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 62 km from Chamba. Jassour Garh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Utpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utpur is 007021. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 176321 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Utpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Utpur
As per Census 2011, Utpur village has a total population of 212 people, consisting of 109 males and 103 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Utpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 212 | 109 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 66 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 43 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Utpur
Utpur 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 Utpur
Utpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chamba to Utpur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Utpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utpur 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 Utpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Utpur
Where is Utpur located?
Utpur village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Utpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Utpur is Jassour Garh.
What is the pincode of Utpur?
The pincode of Utpur is 176321.
What is the population of Utpur?
Utpur has a total population of 212, including 109 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Utpur?
There are 42 households in Utpur.
What is the literacy rate in Utpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utpur is 48.58%. Male literacy is 60.55% and female literacy is 35.92%.