Untwala - Una, Gir Somnath
Untwala is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Una and around 150 km from Junagadh. Untwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Untwala is 515304. The village covers a total geographical area of 904.25 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Untwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Untwala
As per Census 2011, Untwala village has a total population of 3,427 people, consisting of 1,723 males and 1,704 females. The village has 582 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 431 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,934 literate and 1,493 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Untwala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,427 | 1,723 | 1,704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 431 | 225 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 135 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 1,934 | 1,137 | 797 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,493 | 586 | 907 |
Nearby Villages of Untwala
Untwala 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 Untwala
Untwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Untwala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Untwala is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Untwala is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Untwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Untwala 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 Untwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Untwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Untwala
Where is Untwala located?
Untwala village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Untwala?
Untwala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Untwala?
The pincode of Untwala is 362560.
What is the population of Untwala?
Untwala has a total population of 3,427, including 1,723 males and 1,704 females.
How many households are there in Untwala?
There are 582 households in Untwala.
What is the literacy rate in Untwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Untwala is 56.43%. Male literacy is 65.99% and female literacy is 46.77%.