Upputhara
Upputhara is a village located in Peerumade taluka of Idukki district in Kerala, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Peermade (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Painavu. As per 2009 stats, Upputhara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Upputhara unique in its vibrant Peerumade-Idukki region. You’ll see Upputhara’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 Upputhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Upputhara is 628104. The village spans a total geographical area of 3598 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 685565. Thodupuzha is nearest town to Upputhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Upputhara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Peerumade Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Idukki Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Upputhara
Population of Upputhara
According to the 2011 Census, Upputhara has a total population of about 18,885, with approximately 9,453 males and 9,432 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,752 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,328 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,964. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.33%, with male literacy at about 85.55% and female literacy near 81.10%. There are around 4,965 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Upputhara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,885 | 9,453 | 9,432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,752 | 908 | 844 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,328 | 1,175 | 1,153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,964 | 986 | 978 |
| Literate Population | 15,736 | 8,087 | 7,649 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,149 | 1,366 | 1,783 |
Connectivity of Upputhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Upputhara. As per the 2011 stats, Upputhara 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Upputhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Upputhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Upputhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Upputhara
- Where is Upputhara located?
- Upputhara village is situated in Peerumade Taluka, within the Idukki district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Upputhara?
- Upputhara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Upputhara?
- The pincode of Upputhara is 685565, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Upputhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Upputhara is 18,885, with 9,453 males and 9,432 females.
- How many households are there in Upputhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Upputhara village has a total of 4,965 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Upputhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Upputhara is 83.33%. The male literacy rate is 85.55%, while the female literacy rate is 81.10%.