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.
Here you can discover what makes Uparkentya unique in its vibrant Kharagpur Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Uparkentya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Uparkentya has a total population of about 617, with approximately 294 males and 323 females. The sex ratio is around 1098 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 67 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 156 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 163. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.02%, with male literacy at about 70.07% and female literacy near 58.51%. There are around 139 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Uparkentya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.