Uppaka - Pinapaka, Bhadradri Kothagudem
Uppaka is a village situated in the Pinapaka mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana. It is located approximately 5 km from Pinapaka and around 155 km from Khammam. Botigudem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uppaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uppaka is 578836. The village covers a total geographical area of 3727 hectares and falls under the 507117 pincode. Manuguru is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Uppaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pinapaka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahabubabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uppaka
As per Census 2011, Uppaka village has a total population of 3,909 people, consisting of 1,911 males and 1,998 females. The village has 1,077 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 384 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,039 literate and 1,870 illiterate residents. Additionally, 538 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,338 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uppaka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,909 | 1,911 | 1,998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 212 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 538 | 260 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,338 | 647 | 691 |
| Literate Population | 2,039 | 1,127 | 912 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,870 | 784 | 1,086 |
Nearby Villages of Uppaka
Uppaka 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 Uppaka
Uppaka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manuguru to Uppaka is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Uppaka is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uppaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uppaka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uppaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uppaka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uppaka
Where is Uppaka located?
Uppaka village is located in Pinapaka Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uppaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Uppaka is Botigudem.
What is the pincode of Uppaka?
The pincode of Uppaka is 507117.
What is the population of Uppaka?
Uppaka has a total population of 3,909, including 1,911 males and 1,998 females.
How many households are there in Uppaka?
There are 1,077 households in Uppaka.
What is the literacy rate in Uppaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uppaka is 52.16%. Male literacy is 58.97% and female literacy is 45.65%.