Un - Ogad, Banas Kantha
Un is a village situated in the Ogad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Shihori and around 100 km from Palanpur. Un village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Un is 508589. The village covers a total geographical area of 2741.53 hectares and falls under the 385560 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Un village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Un
According to the 2011 Census, Un village had a total population of 5,861 people, including 3,001 males and 2,860 females, living in 1,109 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.81%, with male literacy at 74.27% and female literacy at 46.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 206, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 5,861 | 3,001 | 2,860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 919 | 475 | 444 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 97 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,005 | 1,876 | 1,129 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,856 | 1,125 | 1,731 |
Nearby Villages of Un
Un is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Un
Un is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Un.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Un is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Un is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Un
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Un village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Un
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Un village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Un
Where is Un located?
Un village is located in Ogad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Un?
Un is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Un?
The pincode of Un is 385560.
What is the population of Un?
Un had a total population of 5,861, including 3,001 males and 2,860 females.
How many households are there in Un?
Un had 1,109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Un?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Un was 60.81%. Male literacy was 74.27% and female literacy was 46.73%.