Uparankura - Gobindpur, Dhanbad
Uparankura is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Kharani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uparankura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uparankura is 361658. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 828109 pincode.
Uparankura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uparankura
According to the 2011 Census, Uparankura village had a total population of 940 people, including 471 males and 469 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.62%, with male literacy at 79.22% and female literacy at 57.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 370, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Uparankura
Uparankura 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 Uparankura
Public transport in the Uparankura is mainly available through bus services. Uparankura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Uparankura is about 21 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 Uparankura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uparankura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uparankura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uparankura 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 Uparankura
Where is Uparankura located?
Uparankura village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uparankura?
The Gram Panchayat of Uparankura is Kharani.
What is the pincode of Uparankura?
The pincode of Uparankura is 828109.
What is the population of Uparankura?
Uparankura had a total population of 940, including 471 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Uparankura?
Uparankura had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uparankura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uparankura was 68.62%. Male literacy was 79.22% and female literacy was 57.96%.