Unava - Unjha, Mahesana
Unava is a village situated in the Unjha taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Unjha and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Unava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unava is 509273. The village covers a total geographical area of 2263.27 hectares and falls under the 384160 pincode. Unjha is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Unava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Unjha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Unava
As per Census 2011, Unava village has a total population of 12,901 people, consisting of 6,701 males and 6,200 females. The village has 2,749 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,384 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,556 literate and 2,345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 632 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,901 | 6,701 | 6,200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,384 | 781 | 603 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 632 | 325 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 10,556 | 5,680 | 4,876 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,345 | 1,021 | 1,324 |
Nearby Villages of Unava
Unava 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 Unava
Unava is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Unava.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Unjha to Unava is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Unava is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Unava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Unava
Where is Unava located?
Unava village is located in Unjha Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unava?
Unava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Unava?
The pincode of Unava is 384160.
What is the population of Unava?
Unava has a total population of 12,901, including 6,701 males and 6,200 females.
How many households are there in Unava?
There are 2,749 households in Unava.
What is the literacy rate in Unava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unava is 81.82%. Male literacy is 84.76% and female literacy is 78.65%.