Unchdi - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Unchdi is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Unchdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unchdi is 516649. The village covers a total geographical area of 1705.42 hectares and falls under the 364140 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Unchdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Unchdi
According to the 2011 Census, Unchdi village had a total population of 3,691 people, including 1,909 males and 1,782 females, living in 661 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.92%, with male literacy at 77.25% and female literacy at 51.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 150.
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 | 3,691 | 1,909 | 1,782 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 433 | 221 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 74 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,115 | 1,304 | 811 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,576 | 605 | 971 |
Nearby Villages of Unchdi
Unchdi 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 Unchdi
Unchdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Talaja to Unchdi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Unchdi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unchdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unchdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Unchdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unchdi 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Unchdi
Where is Unchdi located?
Unchdi village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Unchdi?
Unchdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Unchdi?
The pincode of Unchdi is 364140.
What is the population of Unchdi?
Unchdi had a total population of 3,691, including 1,909 males and 1,782 females.
How many households are there in Unchdi?
Unchdi had 661 households.
What is the literacy rate in Unchdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unchdi was 64.92%. Male literacy was 77.25% and female literacy was 51.66%.