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
As per Census 2011, Unchdih village has a total population of 961 people, consisting of 483 males and 478 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 488 literate and 473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 298 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unchdih are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 961, including 483 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Unchdih?
There are 209 households in Unchdih.
What is the literacy rate in Unchdih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unchdih is 50.78%. Male literacy is 59.42% and female literacy is 42.05%.