Saur Uperla - Loharghat, Solan
Saur Uperla is a village situated in the Loharghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 150 km from Solan. Saur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saur Uperla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saur Uperla is 020549. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Saur Uperla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saur Uperla
According to the 2011 Census, Saur Uperla village had a total population of 144 people, including 75 males and 69 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.23%, with male literacy at 89.23% and female literacy at 56.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 58 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 17 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Saur Uperla
Saur Uperla 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 Saur Uperla
Saur Uperla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Saur Uperla is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saur Uperla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saur Uperla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saur Uperla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saur Uperla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saur Uperla
Where is Saur Uperla located?
Saur Uperla village is located in Loharghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saur Uperla?
The Gram Panchayat of Saur Uperla is Saur.
What is the pincode of Saur Uperla?
The pincode of Saur Uperla is 174102.
What is the population of Saur Uperla?
Saur Uperla had a total population of 144, including 75 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Saur Uperla?
Saur Uperla had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saur Uperla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saur Uperla was 73.23%. Male literacy was 89.23% and female literacy was 56.45%.