Upalat - Talasari, Palghar
Upalat is a village situated in the Talasari tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Talasari and around 110 km from Thane. Uplat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Upalat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upalat is 551534. The village covers a total geographical area of 1821.34 hectares and falls under the 401606 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Upalat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Upalat
As per Census 2011, Upalat village has a total population of 10,893 people, consisting of 5,446 males and 5,447 females. The village has 1,880 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,785 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,511 literate and 5,382 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10,365 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upalat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,893 | 5,446 | 5,447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,785 | 881 | 904 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10,365 | 5,170 | 5,195 |
| Literate Population | 5,511 | 3,379 | 2,132 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,382 | 2,067 | 3,315 |
Nearby Villages of Upalat
Upalat 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 Upalat
Upalat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Upalat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahanu to Upalat is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Upalat is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upalat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upalat 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Upalat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upalat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Upalat
Where is Upalat located?
Upalat village is located in Talasari Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upalat?
The Gram Panchayat of Upalat is Uplat.
What is the pincode of Upalat?
The pincode of Upalat is 401606.
What is the population of Upalat?
Upalat has a total population of 10,893, including 5,446 males and 5,447 females.
How many households are there in Upalat?
There are 1,880 households in Upalat.
What is the literacy rate in Upalat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upalat is 50.59%. Male literacy is 62.05% and female literacy is 39.14%.