Balota Upperla - Basantgarh, Udhampur
Balota Upperla is a village situated in the Basantgarh tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 70 km from Ramnagar and around 106 km from Udhampur. Balota Upper serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balota Upperla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balota Upperla is 005053. The village covers a total geographical area of 2116.9 hectares and falls under the 182128 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Balota Upperla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balota Upperla
As per Census 2011, Balota Upperla village has a total population of 1,788 people, consisting of 923 males and 865 females. The village has 346 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 798 literate and 990 illiterate residents. Additionally, 950 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balota Upperla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,788 | 923 | 865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 143 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 950 | 488 | 462 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 36 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 798 | 535 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 990 | 388 | 602 |
Nearby Villages of Balota Upperla
Balota Upperla 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 Balota Upperla
Balota Upperla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Ramnagar to Balota Upperla is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Balota Upperla is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balota Upperla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balota Upperla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balota Upperla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balota Upperla 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 Balota Upperla
Where is Balota Upperla located?
Balota Upperla village is located in Basantgarh Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balota Upperla?
The Gram Panchayat of Balota Upperla is Balota Upper.
What is the pincode of Balota Upperla?
The pincode of Balota Upperla is 182128.
What is the population of Balota Upperla?
Balota Upperla has a total population of 1,788, including 923 males and 865 females.
How many households are there in Balota Upperla?
There are 346 households in Balota Upperla.
What is the literacy rate in Balota Upperla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balota Upperla is 44.63%. Male literacy is 57.96% and female literacy is 30.40%.