Upar Kahan
Upar Kahan is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Upar Kahan unique in its vibrant Jaipur-Puruliya region. You’ll see Upar Kahan’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 Upar Kahan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Upar Kahan is 329893. The village spans a total geographical area of 431.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723201. Puruliya is nearest town to Upar Kahan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Upar Kahan
Population of Upar Kahan
According to the 2011 Census, Upar Kahan has a total population of about 2,960, with approximately 1,523 males and 1,437 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 501 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 155 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 161. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.32%, with male literacy at about 57.06% and female literacy near 30.83%. There are around 512 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Upar Kahan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,960 | 1,523 | 1,437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 501 | 236 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 82 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 1,312 | 869 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,648 | 654 | 994 |
Connectivity of Upar Kahan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Upar Kahan. As per the 2011 stats, Upar Kahan 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Upar Kahan
Knowing the nearby villages of Upar Kahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Upar Kahan.
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%.