Upardih - Devipur, Deoghar
Upardih is a village situated in the Devipur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devipur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Manpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Upardih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upardih is 354310. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.76 hectares and falls under the 814120 pincode. Madhupur is the nearest town.
Upardih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Upardih
As per Census 2011, Upardih village has a total population of 446 people, consisting of 226 males and 220 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 248 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upardih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 446 | 226 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 49 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 126 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 138 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 88 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Upardih
Upardih is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bargunia | North-West | 0.44 km |
| Dondia | North | 0.97 km |
| Karanpura | West | 1.18 km |
| Buchi | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Pahartali | East | 1.40 km |
| Bariarpur | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Pararia | West | 1.73 km |
| Saerjangal | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Beltikri | South | 2.12 km |
| Bichgarha | North | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Upardih
Upardih is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nawapatra, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Deoghar to Upardih is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upardih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upardih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Upardih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upardih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Upardih
Where is Upardih located?
Upardih village is located in Devipur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upardih?
The Gram Panchayat of Upardih is Manpur.
What is the pincode of Upardih?
The pincode of Upardih is 814120.
What is the population of Upardih?
Upardih has a total population of 446, including 226 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Upardih?
There are 91 households in Upardih.
What is the literacy rate in Upardih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upardih is 55.61%. Male literacy is 61.06% and female literacy is 50.00%.