Urpara - Chitragam, Shopian
Urpara is a village situated in the Chitragam tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Shopian and around 13 km from Shopian. Urpara-a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Urpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urpara is 003350. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.4 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Urpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Urpara
According to the 2011 Census, Urpara village had a total population of 1,115 people, including 559 males and 556 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.46%, with male literacy at 71.71% and female literacy at 59.40%.
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 | 1,115 | 559 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 110 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 322 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 237 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Urpara
Urpara 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 Urpara
Urpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Urpara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shopiyan to Urpara is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Urpara is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Urpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urpara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Urpara
Where is Urpara located?
Urpara village is located in Chitragam Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Urpara?
The Halqa Panchayat of Urpara is Urpara-a.
What is the pincode of Urpara?
The pincode of Urpara is 192303.
What is the population of Urpara?
Urpara had a total population of 1,115, including 559 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Urpara?
Urpara had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urpara was 65.46%. Male literacy was 71.71% and female literacy was 59.40%.