Upperla Odar - Dharmsala, Kangra
Upperla Odar is a village situated in the Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kaliara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Upperla Odar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upperla Odar is 009517. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.07 hectares and falls under the 176217 pincode. Dharmsala is the nearest town.
Upperla Odar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Upperla Odar
As per Census 2011, Upperla Odar village has a total population of 848 people, consisting of 386 males and 462 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 1,196 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 675 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 232 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 154 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upperla Odar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 848 | 386 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 118 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 33 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 324 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 62 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Upperla Odar
Upperla Odar 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 Upperla Odar
Upperla Odar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Upperla Odar is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upperla Odar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upperla Odar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Upperla Odar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upperla Odar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Upperla Odar
Where is Upperla Odar located?
Upperla Odar village is located in Dharmsala Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upperla Odar?
The Gram Panchayat of Upperla Odar is Kaliara.
What is the pincode of Upperla Odar?
The pincode of Upperla Odar is 176217.
What is the population of Upperla Odar?
Upperla Odar has a total population of 848, including 386 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Upperla Odar?
There are 166 households in Upperla Odar.
What is the literacy rate in Upperla Odar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upperla Odar is 79.60%. Male literacy is 83.94% and female literacy is 75.97%.