Uprari - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Uprari is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Upradi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uprari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uprari is 040372. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.95 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Uprari 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 Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uprari
According to the 2011 Census, Uprari village had a total population of 479 people, including 252 males and 227 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.46%, with male literacy at 93.21% and female literacy at 68.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 479 | 252 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 206 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 46 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Uprari
Uprari 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 Uprari
Uprari 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 <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 Barkot to Uprari is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Uprari is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uprari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uprari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uprari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uprari 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 Uprari
Where is Uprari located?
Uprari village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uprari?
The Gram Panchayat of Uprari is Upradi.
What is the pincode of Uprari?
The pincode of Uprari is 249141.
What is the population of Uprari?
Uprari had a total population of 479, including 252 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Uprari?
Uprari had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uprari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uprari was 81.46%. Male literacy was 93.21% and female literacy was 68.78%.