Morthu Uparla
Morthu Uparla is a village located in Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 125km away from district headquarter Sihunta. Sihunta is the sub-district headquarter of Morthu Uparla village. As per 2009 stats, Morthu is the gram panchayat of Morthu Uparla village.
Here you can discover what makes Morthu Uparla unique in its vibrant Sihunta-Chamba region. You’ll see Morthu Uparla’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Morthu Uparla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Morthu Uparla is 007637. The village spans a total geographical area of 463.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176207. Chuari Khas is nearest town to Morthu Uparla village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Morthu Uparla village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Morthu Uparla
Population of Morthu Uparla
According to the 2011 Census, Morthu Uparla has a total population of about 352, with approximately 185 males and 167 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 49 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 49 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 133. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.68%, with male literacy at about 61.62% and female literacy near 49.10%. There are around 71 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Morthu Uparla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 352 | 185 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 19 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 114 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 71 | 85 |
Connectivity of Morthu Uparla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Morthu Uparla. As per the 2011 stats, Morthu Uparla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Morthu Uparla
Knowing the nearby villages of Morthu Uparla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Morthu Uparla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Morthu Uparla
- Where is Morthu Uparla located?
- Morthu Uparla village is situated in Sihunta Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Morthu Uparla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Morthu Uparla is Morthu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Morthu Uparla?
- The pincode of Morthu Uparla is 176207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Morthu Uparla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Morthu Uparla is 352, with 185 males and 167 females.
- How many households are there in Morthu Uparla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Morthu Uparla village has a total of 71 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Morthu Uparla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Morthu Uparla is 55.68%. The male literacy rate is 61.62%, while the female literacy rate is 49.10%.