Unchagaon - Kunihar, Solan
Unchagaon is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from Solan. Kunihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Unchagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unchagaon is 020277. The village covers a total geographical area of 277 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Unchagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Unchagaon
As per Census 2011, Unchagaon village has a total population of 1,308 people, consisting of 646 males and 662 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 977 literate and 331 illiterate residents. Additionally, 409 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unchagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,308 | 646 | 662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 65 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 212 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 977 | 518 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 128 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Unchagaon
Unchagaon 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 Unchagaon
Unchagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Unchagaon is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unchagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unchagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Unchagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unchagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Unchagaon
Where is Unchagaon located?
Unchagaon village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unchagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Unchagaon is Kunihar.
What is the pincode of Unchagaon?
The pincode of Unchagaon is 173207.
What is the population of Unchagaon?
Unchagaon has a total population of 1,308, including 646 males and 662 females.
How many households are there in Unchagaon?
There are 278 households in Unchagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Unchagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unchagaon is 74.69%. Male literacy is 80.19% and female literacy is 69.34%.