Uplai - Jaora, Ratlam
Uplai is a village situated in the Jaora tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaora and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Upalai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uplai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uplai is 470202. The village covers a total geographical area of 690 hectares and falls under the 457226 pincode. Jaora is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Uplai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ujjain Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uplai
As per Census 2011, Uplai village has a total population of 2,172 people, consisting of 1,058 males and 1,114 females. The village has 376 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,576 literate and 596 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uplai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,172 | 1,058 | 1,114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 124 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 88 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,576 | 867 | 709 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 191 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Uplai
Uplai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hun Khedi | East | 1.34 km |
| Niman | West | 1.73 km |
| Mohammad Nagar | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Ukediya | East | 2.36 km |
| Bhuteda | North | 2.77 km |
| Sada Khedi | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Bila Kheda | East | 3.11 km |
| Kerwasa | South | 3.21 km |
| Barkhedi (jaora) | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Nagdi | North-West | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uplai
Uplai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Brayla Chaurasi, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaora to Uplai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Uplai 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 Uplai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uplai 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 Uplai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uplai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uplai
Where is Uplai located?
Uplai village is located in Jaora Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uplai?
The Gram Panchayat of Uplai is Upalai.
What is the pincode of Uplai?
The pincode of Uplai is 457226.
What is the population of Uplai?
Uplai has a total population of 2,172, including 1,058 males and 1,114 females.
How many households are there in Uplai?
There are 376 households in Uplai.
What is the literacy rate in Uplai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uplai is 72.56%. Male literacy is 81.95% and female literacy is 63.64%.