Upar Rachuguda
Upar Rachuguda is a village located in Sadar tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sadar (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Sagada is the gram panchayat of Upar Rachuguda village.
Here you can discover what makes Upar Rachuguda unique in its vibrant Sadar-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Upar Rachuguda’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 Upar Rachuguda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Upar Rachuguda is 423536. The village spans a total geographical area of 312 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766001. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Upar Rachuguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Upar Rachuguda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Upar Rachuguda
Population of Upar Rachuguda
According to the 2011 Census, Upar Rachuguda has a total population of about 482, with approximately 229 males and 253 females. The sex ratio is around 1104 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 98 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 111 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 370. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.21%, with male literacy at about 48.91% and female literacy near 30.43%. There are around 108 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Upar Rachuguda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 482 | 229 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 53 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 370 | 175 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 112 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 117 | 176 |
Connectivity of Upar Rachuguda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Upar Rachuguda. As per the 2011 stats, Upar Rachuguda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Upar Rachuguda
Knowing the nearby villages of Upar Rachuguda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Upar Rachuguda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Upar Rachuguda
- Where is Upar Rachuguda located?
- Upar Rachuguda village is situated in Sadar Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Upar Rachuguda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Upar Rachuguda is Sagada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Upar Rachuguda?
- The pincode of Upar Rachuguda is 766001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Upar Rachuguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Upar Rachuguda is 482, with 229 males and 253 females.
- How many households are there in Upar Rachuguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Upar Rachuguda village has a total of 108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Upar Rachuguda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Upar Rachuguda is 39.21%. The male literacy rate is 48.91%, while the female literacy rate is 30.43%.