Uparankura
Uparankura is a village located in Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Gobindpur (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Kharani is the gram panchayat of Uparankura village.
Here you can discover what makes Uparankura unique in its vibrant Gobindpur-Dhanbad region. You’ll see Uparankura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Uparankura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Uparankura is 361658. The village spans a total geographical area of 135 hectares. Gobindpur is nearest town to Uparankura village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Uparankura
Population of Uparankura
According to the 2011 Census, Uparankura has a total population of about 940, with approximately 471 males and 469 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 172 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 370 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 59. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.06%, with male literacy at about 64.76% and female literacy near 47.33%. There are around 156 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Uparankura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 940 | 471 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 86 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 185 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 305 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 166 | 247 |
Connectivity of Uparankura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Uparankura. As per the 2011 stats, Uparankura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Uparankura
Knowing the nearby villages of Uparankura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Uparankura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Uparankura
- Where is Uparankura located?
- Uparankura village is situated in Gobindpur Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Uparankura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Uparankura is Kharani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Uparankura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Uparankura is 940, with 471 males and 469 females.
- How many households are there in Uparankura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Uparankura village has a total of 156 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Uparankura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uparankura is 56.06%. The male literacy rate is 64.76%, while the female literacy rate is 47.33%.