Unchdih - Lundra, Surguja
Unchdih is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Uchdih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Unchdih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unchdih is 433391. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.32 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Unchdih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Unchdih
According to the 2011 Census, Unchdih village had a total population of 961 people, including 483 males and 478 females, living in 209 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.02%, with male literacy at 69.32% and female literacy at 50.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 298.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 961 | 483 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 69 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 298 | 145 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 287 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 196 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Unchdih
Unchdih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangapur | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Purkela | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Mohanpur | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Kot | East | 2.71 km |
| Sayarrai | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Sikilma | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Raghunathpur | North | 3.50 km |
| Barkela | West | 3.57 km |
| Lamgaon | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Maheshpur | South | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Unchdih
Public transport in the Unchdih is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambikapur to Unchdih is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unchdih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unchdih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Unchdih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unchdih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Unchdih
Where is Unchdih located?
Unchdih village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unchdih?
The Gram Panchayat of Unchdih is Uchdih.
What is the pincode of Unchdih?
The pincode of Unchdih is 497101.
What is the population of Unchdih?
Unchdih had a total population of 961, including 483 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Unchdih?
Unchdih had 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Unchdih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unchdih was 60.02%. Male literacy was 69.32% and female literacy was 50.38%.