Uphar - Narag, Sirmaur
Uphar is a village situated in the Narag tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Nahan. Kotla Panjola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uphar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uphar is 022695. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Uphar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uphar
According to the 2011 Census, Uphar village had a total population of 253 people, including 130 males and 123 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.38%, with male literacy at 96.33% and female literacy at 83.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 253 | 130 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 112 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 105 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 25 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Uphar
Uphar 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 Uphar
Uphar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Uphar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Uphar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uphar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uphar 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Uphar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uphar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uphar
Where is Uphar located?
Uphar village is located in Narag Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uphar?
The Gram Panchayat of Uphar is Kotla Panjola.
What is the pincode of Uphar?
The pincode of Uphar is 173024.
What is the population of Uphar?
Uphar had a total population of 253, including 130 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Uphar?
Uphar had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uphar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uphar was 90.38%. Male literacy was 96.33% and female literacy was 83.84%.