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.
Uppunda has its own place in the vibrant Udupi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Uppunda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Uppunda village:
- The total population of Uppunda village is around 11,456, including approximately 5,557 males and 5,899 females, with a sex ratio of 1061 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 990 children aged 0–6 years in Uppunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Uppunda village has 191 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 12 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Uppunda village is about 73.65%, with male literacy at 81.01% and female literacy at 66.71%.
- There are around 2,167 households in Uppunda village.
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%.