Upla - Bhograi, Balasore
Upla is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Kamarda and around 82 km from Baleshwar. Kulida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Upla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upla is 391890. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 756035 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Upla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Upla
According to the 2011 Census, Upla village had a total population of 217 people, including 113 males and 104 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.88%, with male literacy at 98.04% and female literacy at 77.08%.
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 | 217 | 113 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 100 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 13 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Upla
Upla 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 Upla
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Upla. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Upla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jaleswar to Upla is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Upla is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Upla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Upla
Where is Upla located?
Upla village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Upla?
The Gram Panchayat of Upla is Kulida.
What is the pincode of Upla?
The pincode of Upla is 756035.
What is the population of Upla?
Upla had a total population of 217, including 113 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Upla?
Upla had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upla was 87.88%. Male literacy was 98.04% and female literacy was 77.08%.