Uppinakere - Maddur, Mandya
Uppinakere is a village situated in the Maddur taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maddur and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Goravanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uppinakere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uppinakere is 614602. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.63 hectares and falls under the 571428 pincode. Maddur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Uppinakere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maddur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uppinakere
As per Census 2011, Uppinakere village has a total population of 1,374 people, consisting of 665 males and 709 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 966 literate and 408 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uppinakere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,374 | 665 | 709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 67 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 966 | 529 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 136 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Uppinakere
Uppinakere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Channasandra | North | 1.09 km |
| Huligerepura | South | 1.52 km |
| Nagarakere | East | 1.74 km |
| Goravanahalli | North | 1.95 km |
| Sompura | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Borapura | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Kudaragundi | West | 2.87 km |
| Vaidyanathapura | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Malagaranahalli | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Chatradahosahalli | South | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uppinakere
Uppinakere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maddur, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maddur to Uppinakere is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Uppinakere is about 24 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 Uppinakere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uppinakere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uppinakere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uppinakere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Uppinakere
Where is Uppinakere located?
Uppinakere village is located in Maddur Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uppinakere?
The Gram Panchayat of Uppinakere is Goravanahalli.
What is the pincode of Uppinakere?
The pincode of Uppinakere is 571428.
What is the population of Uppinakere?
Uppinakere has a total population of 1,374, including 665 males and 709 females.
How many households are there in Uppinakere?
There are 306 households in Uppinakere.
What is the literacy rate in Uppinakere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uppinakere is 70.31%. Male literacy is 79.55% and female literacy is 61.64%.