Uprara - Kanda, Bageshwar
Uprara is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Banegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uprara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uprara is 050782. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.27 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Uprara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uprara
As per Census 2011, Uprara village has a total population of 48 people, consisting of 20 males and 28 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 1,400 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 15 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uprara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 3 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Uprara
Uprara 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 Uprara
Uprara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Uprara is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uprara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uprara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uprara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uprara 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 Uprara
Where is Uprara located?
Uprara village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uprara?
The Gram Panchayat of Uprara is Banegaon.
What is the pincode of Uprara?
The pincode of Uprara is 263631.
What is the population of Uprara?
Uprara has a total population of 48, including 20 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Uprara?
There are 11 households in Uprara.
What is the literacy rate in Uprara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uprara is 68.75%. Male literacy is 85.00% and female literacy is 57.14%.