Unchapur - Manpur, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Unchapur is a village situated in the Manpur tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from Manpur and around 118 km from Rajnandgaon. Teregaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Unchapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unchapur is 441435. The village covers a total geographical area of 578.07 hectares and falls under the 491229 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Unchapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Unchapur
As per Census 2011, Unchapur village has a total population of 362 people, consisting of 177 males and 185 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 321 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unchapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 362 | 177 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 321 | 154 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 91 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 86 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Unchapur
Unchapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gattegahan | North | 1.65 km |
| Teregaon | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Pugada | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Sambalpur | North | 3.08 km |
| Koracha | East | 3.76 km |
| Kondal | South-East | 5.02 km |
| Bukmarka | North | 6.40 km |
| Medha | East | 6.59 km |
| Khedegaon | South-East | 7.16 km |
| Kohaka | South | 7.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Unchapur
Unchapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Unchapur is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Unchapur is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unchapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unchapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Unchapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unchapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Unchapur
Where is Unchapur located?
Unchapur village is located in Manpur Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unchapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Unchapur is Teregaon.
What is the pincode of Unchapur?
The pincode of Unchapur is 491229.
What is the population of Unchapur?
Unchapur has a total population of 362, including 177 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Unchapur?
There are 68 households in Unchapur.
What is the literacy rate in Unchapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unchapur is 49.17%. Male literacy is 51.41% and female literacy is 47.03%.