Uparkanti
Uparkanti is a village located in Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Pottangi (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Upparkanti is the gram panchayat of Uparkanti village.
Here you can discover what makes Uparkanti unique in its vibrant Pottangi-Koraput region. You’ll see Uparkanti’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 Uparkanti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Uparkanti is 430003. The village spans a total geographical area of 485 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764036. Nabarangapur is nearest town to Uparkanti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Uparkanti
Population of Uparkanti
According to the 2011 Census, Uparkanti has a total population of about 821, with approximately 323 males and 498 females. The sex ratio is around 1541 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 129 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 34 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 744. The overall literacy rate is approximately 27.89%, with male literacy at about 29.72% and female literacy near 26.71%. There are around 192 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Uparkanti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 821 | 323 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 56 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 744 | 290 | 454 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 96 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 227 | 365 |
Connectivity of Uparkanti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Uparkanti. As per the 2011 stats, Uparkanti 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Uparkanti
Knowing the nearby villages of Uparkanti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Uparkanti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Uparkanti
- Where is Uparkanti located?
- Uparkanti village is situated in Pottangi Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Uparkanti?
- The Gram Panchayat of Uparkanti is Upparkanti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Uparkanti?
- The pincode of Uparkanti is 764036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Uparkanti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Uparkanti is 821, with 323 males and 498 females.
- How many households are there in Uparkanti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Uparkanti village has a total of 192 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Uparkanti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uparkanti is 27.89%. The male literacy rate is 29.72%, while the female literacy rate is 26.71%.