Upahu

Upahu is a village located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Upahu village. As per 2009 stats, Sakoh is the gram panchayat of Upahu village.

Upahu has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Upahu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Upahu is 009466. The village spans a total geographical area of 31.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176208. Kangra is nearest town to Upahu village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Upahu 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 Shahpur 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.

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Population of Upahu

Below is a concise population overview of Upahu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 293 138 155
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 35 15 20
Scheduled Castes (SC) 9 6 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 228 119 109
Illiterate Population 65 19 46

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Upahu village:

  • The total population of Upahu village is around 293, including approximately 138 males and 155 females, with a sex ratio of 1123 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Upahu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Upahu village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Upahu village is about 77.82%, with male literacy at 86.23% and female literacy at 70.32%.
  • There are around 67 households in Upahu village.

Connectivity of Upahu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Upahu. As per the 2011 stats, Upahu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Upahu

Knowing the nearby villages of Upahu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Upahu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Upahu

Where is Upahu located?
Upahu village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upahu?
The Gram Panchayat of Upahu is Sakoh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Upahu?
The pincode of Upahu is 176208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Upahu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Upahu is 293, with 138 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Upahu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Upahu village has a total of 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upahu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Upahu is 77.82%. The male literacy rate is 86.23%, while the female literacy rate is 70.32%.