Uprikot
About Uprikot
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Uprikot village is 040490. Uprikot village is located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Uprikot village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 254.85 hectares. Uprikot has a total population of 760 peoples, out of which male population is 381 while female population is 379. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 994 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of uprikot village is 61.18% out of which 71.92% males and 50.40% females are literate. There are about 144 houses in uprikot village. Pincode of uprikot village locality is 249151.
When it comes to administration, Uprikot village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Uprikot village comes under Gangotri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Uttarkashi is nearest town to uprikot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Uprikot
The population details of Uprikot cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 760 | 381 | 379 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 117 | 64 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 145 | 77 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 465 | 274 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 107 | 188 |
Connectivity of Uprikot
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Uprikot
Where is Uprikot located?
Uprikot village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uprikot?
Uprikot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Uprikot?
The pincode of Uprikot is 249151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Uprikot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Uprikot is 760, with 381 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Uprikot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Uprikot village has a total of 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uprikot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uprikot is 61.18%. The male literacy rate is 71.92%, while the female literacy rate is 50.40%.