Uparla Baranj

Uparla Baranj is a village located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 36km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Uparla Baranj village. As per 2009 stats, Harnera is the gram panchayat of Uparla Baranj village.

Uparla Baranj 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 Uparla Baranj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Uparla Baranj is 009387. The village spans a total geographical area of 136.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176206. Dharmsala is nearest town to Uparla Baranj village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Uparla Baranj 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 Uparla Baranj

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 364 172 192
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 32 16 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 88 46 42
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 117 54 63
Literate Population 274 140 134
Illiterate Population 90 32 58

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

  • The total population of Uparla Baranj village is around 364, including approximately 172 males and 192 females, with a sex ratio of 1116 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Uparla Baranj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Uparla Baranj village has 88 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 117 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Uparla Baranj village is about 75.27%, with male literacy at 81.40% and female literacy at 69.79%.
  • There are around 86 households in Uparla Baranj village.

Connectivity of Uparla Baranj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Uparla Baranj. As per the 2011 stats, Uparla Baranj 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 Uparla Baranj

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Uparla Baranj

Where is Uparla Baranj located?
Uparla Baranj village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uparla Baranj?
The Gram Panchayat of Uparla Baranj is Harnera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Uparla Baranj?
The pincode of Uparla Baranj is 176206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Uparla Baranj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Uparla Baranj is 364, with 172 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Uparla Baranj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Uparla Baranj village has a total of 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uparla Baranj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uparla Baranj is 75.27%. The male literacy rate is 81.40%, while the female literacy rate is 69.79%.