Uparjhar
Uparjhar is a village located in Tushura tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Tushura (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Balangir. As per 2009 stats, Uparjhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Uparjhar unique in its vibrant Tushura-Balangir region. You’ll see Uparjhar’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 Uparjhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Uparjhar is 420321. The village spans a total geographical area of 665 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767067. Balangir is nearest town to Uparjhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Uparjhar
Population of Uparjhar
According to the 2011 Census, Uparjhar has a total population of about 1,523, with approximately 776 males and 747 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 200 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 214 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 109. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.77%, with male literacy at about 70.62% and female literacy near 54.62%. There are around 381 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Uparjhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,523 | 776 | 747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 106 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 106 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 956 | 548 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 228 | 339 |
Connectivity of Uparjhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Uparjhar. As per the 2011 stats, Uparjhar 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 Uparjhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Uparjhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Uparjhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Uparjhar
- Where is Uparjhar located?
- Uparjhar village is situated in Tushura Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Uparjhar?
- Uparjhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Uparjhar?
- The pincode of Uparjhar is 767067, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Uparjhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Uparjhar is 1,523, with 776 males and 747 females.
- How many households are there in Uparjhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Uparjhar village has a total of 381 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Uparjhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uparjhar is 62.77%. The male literacy rate is 70.62%, while the female literacy rate is 54.62%.