Uprara - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Uprara is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Uprara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uprara is 050004. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.26 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Uprara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uprara
According to the 2011 Census, Uprara village had a total population of 785 people, including 421 males and 364 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.47%, with male literacy at 96.50% and female literacy at 83.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 255.
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 | 785 | 421 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 50 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 131 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 358 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 63 | 86 |
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, and public transport 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 Pithoragarh to Uprara is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Uprara
Where is Uprara located?
Uprara village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uprara?
Uprara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uprara?
The pincode of Uprara is 262522.
What is the population of Uprara?
Uprara had a total population of 785, including 421 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Uprara?
Uprara had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uprara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uprara was 90.47%. Male literacy was 96.50% and female literacy was 83.73%.