Uprikot - Dunda, Uttarkashi
Uprikot is a village situated in the Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dunda and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Uprikot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uprikot is 040490. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.85 hectares and falls under the 249193 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Uprikot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uprikot
According to the 2011 Census, Uprikot village had a total population of 760 people, including 381 males and 379 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.32%, with male literacy at 86.44% and female literacy at 58.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145.
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 | 760 | 381 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 64 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 77 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 274 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 107 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Uprikot
Uprikot 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 Uprikot
Uprikot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarkashi to Uprikot is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uprikot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uprikot 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Uprikot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uprikot 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 Uprikot
Where is Uprikot located?
Uprikot village is located in Dunda Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uprikot?
Uprikot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uprikot?
The pincode of Uprikot is 249193.
What is the population of Uprikot?
Uprikot had a total population of 760, including 381 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Uprikot?
Uprikot had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uprikot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uprikot was 72.32%. Male literacy was 86.44% and female literacy was 58.59%.