Uppur (P) - Kalvarayan Hills, Kallakurichi
Uppur (P) is a village situated in the Kalvarayan Hills taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 61 km from Sankarapuram and around 100 km from Viluppuram. Arampoondi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uppur (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uppur (P) is 633375. The village covers a total geographical area of 842.4 hectares and falls under the 606209 pincode. Kallakurichi is the nearest town.
Uppur (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sankarapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uppur (P)
According to the 2011 Census, Uppur (P) village had a total population of 820 people, including 417 males and 403 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.74%, with male literacy at 18.47% and female literacy at 10.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 811.
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 | 820 | 417 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 811 | 415 | 396 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 65 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 718 | 352 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Uppur (P)
Uppur (P) 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 Uppur (P)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Uppur (P).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Viluppuram to Uppur (P) is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uppur (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uppur (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uppur (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uppur (P) 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 Uppur (P)
Where is Uppur (P) located?
Uppur (P) village is located in Kalvarayan Hills Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uppur (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Uppur (P) is Arampoondi.
What is the pincode of Uppur (P)?
The pincode of Uppur (P) is 606209.
What is the population of Uppur (P)?
Uppur (P) had a total population of 820, including 417 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Uppur (P)?
Uppur (P) had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uppur (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uppur (P) was 14.74%. Male literacy was 18.47% and female literacy was 10.88%.