Unikili - Attili, West Godavari
Unikili is a village situated in the Attili mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Attili and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Lakshminarayanapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Unikili village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unikili is 588561. The village covers a total geographical area of 542 hectares and falls under the 534230 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Unikili village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Unikili
As per Census 2011, Unikili village has a total population of 5,386 people, consisting of 2,713 males and 2,673 females. The village has 1,593 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 461 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,793 literate and 1,593 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,096 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unikili are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,386 | 2,713 | 2,673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 227 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,096 | 539 | 557 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 3,793 | 2,022 | 1,771 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,593 | 691 | 902 |
Nearby Villages of Unikili
Unikili is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Vendra Agraharam | South | 1.76 km |
| Skinnerapuram | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Kondepudi | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Andaluru | East | 2.20 km |
| Vendra | South | 2.95 km |
| Aravalli | North | 3.02 km |
| Mogallu | West | 3.51 km |
| Navuduru | East | 3.80 km |
| Korukollu | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Tholeru | South-East | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Unikili
Unikili is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lakshminarayanapuram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimavaram to Unikili is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Unikili is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unikili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unikili village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Unikili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unikili village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Unikili
Where is Unikili located?
Unikili village is located in Attili Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unikili?
The Gram Panchayat of Unikili is Lakshminarayanapuram.
What is the pincode of Unikili?
The pincode of Unikili is 534230.
What is the population of Unikili?
Unikili has a total population of 5,386, including 2,713 males and 2,673 females.
How many households are there in Unikili?
There are 1,593 households in Unikili.
What is the literacy rate in Unikili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unikili is 70.42%. Male literacy is 74.53% and female literacy is 66.26%.