Upna Mafi - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Upna Mafi is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Upna Mafi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upna Mafi is 050113. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.01 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Upna Mafi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Upna Mafi
According to the 2011 Census, Upna Mafi village had a total population of 159 people, including 86 males and 73 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 95.83% and female literacy at 69.70%.
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 | 159 | 86 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 69 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 17 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Upna Mafi
Upna Mafi 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 Upna Mafi
Public transport in the Upna Mafi is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Upna Mafi is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upna Mafi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upna Mafi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Upna Mafi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upna Mafi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Upna Mafi
Where is Upna Mafi located?
Upna Mafi village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Upna Mafi?
The Gram Panchayat of Upna Mafi is Kanda.
What is the pincode of Upna Mafi?
The pincode of Upna Mafi is 262522.
What is the population of Upna Mafi?
Upna Mafi had a total population of 159, including 86 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Upna Mafi?
Upna Mafi had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upna Mafi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upna Mafi was 83.33%. Male literacy was 95.83% and female literacy was 69.70%.