Uparkentya
Uparkentya is a village located in Kharagpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Kharagpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Uparkentya village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Changual is the gram panchayat of Uparkentya village.
Uparkentya 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 Uparkentya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Uparkentya is 341726. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721301. Kharagpur is nearest town to Uparkentya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Uparkentya
Below is a concise population overview of Uparkentya 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 | 617 | 294 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 73 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 80 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 206 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 88 | 134 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Uparkentya village:
- The total population of Uparkentya village is around 617, including approximately 294 males and 323 females, with a sex ratio of 1098 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 67 children aged 0–6 years in Uparkentya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Uparkentya village has 156 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 163 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Uparkentya village is about 64.02%, with male literacy at 70.07% and female literacy at 58.51%.
- There are around 139 households in Uparkentya village.
Connectivity of Uparkentya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Uparkentya. As per the 2011 stats, Uparkentya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Uparkentya
Knowing the nearby villages of Uparkentya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Uparkentya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Uparkentya
- Where is Uparkentya located?
- Uparkentya village is situated in Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Uparkentya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Uparkentya is Changual (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Uparkentya?
- The pincode of Uparkentya is 721301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Uparkentya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Uparkentya is 617, with 294 males and 323 females.
- How many households are there in Uparkentya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Uparkentya village has a total of 139 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Uparkentya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uparkentya is 64.02%. The male literacy rate is 70.07%, while the female literacy rate is 58.51%.