Uphari Kalan - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Uphari Kalan is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Upharikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uphari Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uphari Kalan is 502103. The village covers a total geographical area of 880.41 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Uphari Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uphari Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Uphari Kalan village had a total population of 1,024 people, including 531 males and 493 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.94%, with male literacy at 56.94% and female literacy at 29.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 968.
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 | 1,024 | 531 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 99 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 968 | 501 | 467 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 246 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 285 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Uphari Kalan
Uphari Kalan 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 Uphari Kalan
Uphari Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Uphari Kalan is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uphari Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uphari Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uphari Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uphari Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Uphari Kalan
Where is Uphari Kalan located?
Uphari Kalan village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uphari Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Uphari Kalan is Upharikala.
What is the pincode of Uphari Kalan?
The pincode of Uphari Kalan is 484881.
What is the population of Uphari Kalan?
Uphari Kalan had a total population of 1,024, including 531 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Uphari Kalan?
Uphari Kalan had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uphari Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uphari Kalan was 43.94%. Male literacy was 56.94% and female literacy was 29.93%.