Upher
Upher is a village located in Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Narala (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Sergarh is the gram panchayat of Upher village.
Here you can discover what makes Upher unique in its vibrant Narala-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Upher’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 Upher
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Upher is 422719. The village spans a total geographical area of 420 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766100. Madanpur Rampur is nearest town to Upher village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Upher
Population of Upher
According to the 2011 Census, Upher has a total population of about 1,318, with approximately 647 males and 671 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 181 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 248 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 380. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.83%, with male literacy at about 64.76% and female literacy near 49.18%. There are around 373 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Upher's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,318 | 647 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 91 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 124 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 380 | 185 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 749 | 419 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 569 | 228 | 341 |
Connectivity of Upher
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Upher. As per the 2011 stats, Upher had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Upher
Knowing the nearby villages of Upher helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Upher.
Frequently Asked Questions about Upher
- Where is Upher located?
- Upher village is situated in Narala Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Upher?
- The Gram Panchayat of Upher is Sergarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Upher?
- The pincode of Upher is 766100, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Upher as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Upher is 1,318, with 647 males and 671 females.
- How many households are there in Upher as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Upher village has a total of 373 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Upher as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Upher is 56.83%. The male literacy rate is 64.76%, while the female literacy rate is 49.18%.