Uppunda
Uppunda is a village located in Kundapura taluka of Udupi district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Kundapura (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Udupi. As per 2009 stats, Uppunda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Uppunda unique in its vibrant Kundapura-Udupi region. You’ll see Uppunda’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 Uppunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Uppunda is 608663. The village spans a total geographical area of 530.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 576232. Bhatkal is nearest town to Uppunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Uppunda
Population of Uppunda
According to the 2011 Census, Uppunda has a total population of about 11,456, with approximately 5,557 males and 5,899 females. The sex ratio is around 1061 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 990 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 191 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.65%, with male literacy at about 81.01% and female literacy near 66.71%. There are around 2,167 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Uppunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,456 | 5,557 | 5,899 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 990 | 518 | 472 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 106 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 8,437 | 4,502 | 3,935 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,019 | 1,055 | 1,964 |
Connectivity of Uppunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Uppunda. As per the 2011 stats, Uppunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Uppunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Uppunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Uppunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Uppunda
- Where is Uppunda located?
- Uppunda village is situated in Kundapura Taluka, within the Udupi district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Uppunda?
- Uppunda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Uppunda?
- The pincode of Uppunda is 576232, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Uppunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Uppunda is 11,456, with 5,557 males and 5,899 females.
- How many households are there in Uppunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Uppunda village has a total of 2,167 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Uppunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uppunda is 73.65%. The male literacy rate is 81.01%, while the female literacy rate is 66.71%.