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.
Uparkanti has its own place in the vibrant Koraput region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Uparkanti
Below is a concise population overview of Uparkanti as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Uparkanti village:
- The total population of Uparkanti village is around 821, including approximately 323 males and 498 females, with a sex ratio of 1541 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 129 children aged 0–6 years in Uparkanti village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Uparkanti village has 34 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 744 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Uparkanti village is about 27.89%, with male literacy at 29.72% and female literacy at 26.71%.
- There are around 192 households in Uparkanti village.
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%.