Upararenga - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Upararenga is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Podapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Upararenga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upararenga is 428602. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Upararenga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Upararenga
As per Census 2011, Upararenga village has a total population of 190 people, consisting of 100 males and 90 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 189 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upararenga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 100 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 99 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 66 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 34 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Upararenga
Upararenga 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 Upararenga
Upararenga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Upararenga is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Upararenga is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upararenga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upararenga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Upararenga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upararenga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Upararenga
Where is Upararenga located?
Upararenga village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upararenga?
The Gram Panchayat of Upararenga is Podapadar.
What is the pincode of Upararenga?
The pincode of Upararenga is 764014.
What is the population of Upararenga?
Upararenga has a total population of 190, including 100 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Upararenga?
There are 35 households in Upararenga.
What is the literacy rate in Upararenga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upararenga is 50.00%. Male literacy is 66.00% and female literacy is 32.22%.