Upar Kahan
About Upar Kahan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Upar Kahan village is 329893. Upar Kahan village is located in Jaipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.1km away from sub-district headquarter Jaipur (tehsildar office) and 52.4km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Upankahan is the gram panchayat of Upar Kahan village.
The total geographical area of village is 431.85 hectares. Upar Kahan has a total population of 2,960 peoples, out of which male population is 1,523 while female population is 1,437. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 943 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of upar kahan village is 44.32% out of which 57.06% males and 30.83% females are literate. There are about 512 houses in upar kahan village. Pincode of upar kahan village locality is 723201.
Puruliya is nearest town to upar kahan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Upar Kahan
The population details of Upar Kahan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,960 | 1,523 | 1,437 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 501 | 236 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 155 | 82 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 1,312 | 869 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,648 | 654 | 994 |
Connectivity of Upar Kahan
| 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 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Upar Kahan
Where is Upar Kahan located?
Upar Kahan village is situated in Jaipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upar Kahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Upar Kahan is Upankahan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Upar Kahan?
The pincode of Upar Kahan is 723201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Upar Kahan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Upar Kahan is 2,960, with 1,523 males and 1,437 females.
How many households are there in Upar Kahan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Upar Kahan village has a total of 512 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upar Kahan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Upar Kahan is 44.32%. The male literacy rate is 57.06%, while the female literacy rate is 30.83%.