Gachh Upra
Gachh Upra is a village located in Garbeta Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 26.6km away from sub-district headquarter Garbeta . Midnapur is the district headquarter of Gachh Upra village. As per 2009 stats, Sarboth is the gram panchayat of Gachh Upra village.
Gachh Upra has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gachh Upra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gachh Upra is 336472. The village spans a total geographical area of 158.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721157. Amlagara is nearest town to Gachh Upra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gachh Upra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Garbeta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Gachh Upra
Below is a concise population overview of Gachh Upra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 894 | 452 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 51 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 266 | 129 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 566 | 327 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 125 | 203 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gachh Upra village:
- The total population of Gachh Upra village is around 894, including approximately 452 males and 442 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 109 children aged 0–6 years in Gachh Upra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gachh Upra village has 161 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 266 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gachh Upra village is about 63.31%, with male literacy at 72.35% and female literacy at 54.07%.
- There are around 178 households in Gachh Upra village.
Connectivity of Gachh Upra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gachh Upra. As per the 2011 stats, Gachh Upra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gachh Upra
Knowing the nearby villages of Gachh Upra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gachh Upra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gachh Upra
- Where is Gachh Upra located?
- Gachh Upra village is situated in Garbeta Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gachh Upra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gachh Upra is Sarboth (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gachh Upra?
- The pincode of Gachh Upra is 721157, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gachh Upra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gachh Upra is 894, with 452 males and 442 females.
- How many households are there in Gachh Upra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gachh Upra village has a total of 178 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gachh Upra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gachh Upra is 63.31%. The male literacy rate is 72.35%, while the female literacy rate is 54.07%.