Uparla Dohb - Shahpur, Kangra
Uparla Dohb is a village situated in the Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Dohab serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uparla Dohb village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uparla Dohb is 009396. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.98 hectares and falls under the 176206 pincode. Dharmsala is the nearest town.
Uparla Dohb 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 Uparla Dohb
As per Census 2011, Uparla Dohb village has a total population of 853 people, consisting of 408 males and 445 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 687 literate and 166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uparla Dohb are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 853 | 408 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 116 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 16 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 687 | 345 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 63 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Uparla Dohb
Uparla Dohb 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 Uparla Dohb
Uparla Dohb 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 Uparla Dohb is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uparla Dohb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uparla Dohb village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uparla Dohb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uparla Dohb village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Uparla Dohb
Where is Uparla Dohb located?
Uparla Dohb village is located in Shahpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uparla Dohb?
The Gram Panchayat of Uparla Dohb is Dohab.
What is the pincode of Uparla Dohb?
The pincode of Uparla Dohb is 176206.
What is the population of Uparla Dohb?
Uparla Dohb has a total population of 853, including 408 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Uparla Dohb?
There are 190 households in Uparla Dohb.
What is the literacy rate in Uparla Dohb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uparla Dohb is 80.54%. Male literacy is 84.56% and female literacy is 76.85%.