Uparbandha - Masalia, Dumka
Uparbandha is a village situated in the Masalia subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Masalia and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dumka.. Nayadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uparbandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uparbandha is 372050. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.77 hectares and falls under the 814119 pincode.
Uparbandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uparbandha
According to the 2011 Census, Uparbandha village had a total population of 222 people, including 125 males and 97 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 776 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.06%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 48.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 222 | 125 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 21 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 56 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 88 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 37 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Uparbandha
Uparbandha 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 Uparbandha
Public transport in the Uparbandha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka. to Uparbandha is about 35 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 Uparbandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uparbandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Uparbandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uparbandha 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Uparbandha
Where is Uparbandha located?
Uparbandha village is located in Masalia Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uparbandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Uparbandha is Nayadih.
What is the pincode of Uparbandha?
The pincode of Uparbandha is 814119.
What is the population of Uparbandha?
Uparbandha had a total population of 222, including 125 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Uparbandha?
Uparbandha had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uparbandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uparbandha was 68.06%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 48.28%.