Uapuchi - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Uapuchi is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hanumantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uapuchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uapuchi is 425015. The village covers a total geographical area of 284 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Uapuchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uapuchi
According to the 2011 Census, Uapuchi village had a total population of 256 people, including 138 males and 118 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.11%, with male literacy at 34.86% and female literacy at 15.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 224.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 256 | 138 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 120 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 38 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 100 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Uapuchi
Uapuchi 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 Uapuchi
Public transport in the Uapuchi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Uapuchi is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Uapuchi is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uapuchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uapuchi 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 Uapuchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uapuchi 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 Uapuchi
Where is Uapuchi located?
Uapuchi village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uapuchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Uapuchi is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Uapuchi?
The pincode of Uapuchi is 765020.
What is the population of Uapuchi?
Uapuchi had a total population of 256, including 138 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Uapuchi?
Uapuchi had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uapuchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uapuchi was 26.11%. Male literacy was 34.86% and female literacy was 15.96%.