Bupp - Chenani, Udhampur
Bupp is a village situated in the Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenani and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Bupp village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bupp is 005017. The village covers a total geographical area of 769.7 hectares and falls under the 182161 pincode. Chenani is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Bupp village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bupp
As per Census 2011, Bupp village has a total population of 1,901 people, consisting of 965 males and 936 females. The village has 342 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 806 literate and 1,095 illiterate residents. Additionally, 483 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 692 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bupp are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,901 | 965 | 936 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 177 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 483 | 232 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 692 | 357 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 806 | 519 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,095 | 446 | 649 |
Nearby Villages of Bupp
Bupp 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 Bupp
Bupp 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 >10 km |
| 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 Chenani to Bupp is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Bupp is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bupp
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bupp village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bupp
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bupp village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bupp
Where is Bupp located?
Bupp village is located in Chenani Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bupp?
Bupp is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bupp?
The pincode of Bupp is 182161.
What is the population of Bupp?
Bupp has a total population of 1,901, including 965 males and 936 females.
How many households are there in Bupp?
There are 342 households in Bupp.
What is the literacy rate in Bupp?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bupp is 42.40%. Male literacy is 53.78% and female literacy is 30.66%.