Uttampura - Joura, Morena
Uttampura is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Uttampura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttampura is 452309. The village covers a total geographical area of 1011 hectares and falls under the 476221 pincode. Joura is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Uttampura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttampura
According to the 2011 Census, Uttampura village had a total population of 2,148 people, including 1,137 males and 1,011 females, living in 485 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.04%, with male literacy at 88.04% and female literacy at 64.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168.
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 | 2,148 | 1,137 | 1,011 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 184 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 99 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,372 | 839 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 776 | 298 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Uttampura
Uttampura 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 Uttampura
Uttampura 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 Joura to Uttampura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Uttampura is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttampura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttampura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uttampura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uttampura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Uttampura
Where is Uttampura located?
Uttampura village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttampura?
Uttampura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uttampura?
The pincode of Uttampura is 476221.
What is the population of Uttampura?
Uttampura had a total population of 2,148, including 1,137 males and 1,011 females.
How many households are there in Uttampura?
Uttampura had 485 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttampura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttampura was 77.04%. Male literacy was 88.04% and female literacy was 64.37%.