Unchi - Rajpur, Barwani
Unchi is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Naravla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Unchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unchi is 478345. The village covers a total geographical area of 440.88 hectares and falls under the 451447 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Unchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Unchi
As per Census 2011, Unchi village has a total population of 835 people, consisting of 430 males and 405 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 308 literate and 527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 763 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unchi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 835 | 430 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 96 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 763 | 391 | 372 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 187 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 243 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Unchi
Unchi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gondpura | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Salkheda | East | 2.84 km |
| Limbai | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Atarsanbha | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Narawala | West | 3.79 km |
| Rengaon Road | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Rajpur(revenue Area) | North-West | 4.49 km |
| Damdami | North | 5.61 km |
| Morgun | North-East | 5.64 km |
| Moyada | East | 5.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Unchi
Unchi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sonshelu, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.9 km.
| 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 Rajpur to Unchi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Unchi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Unchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unchi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Unchi
Where is Unchi located?
Unchi village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Unchi is Naravla.
What is the pincode of Unchi?
The pincode of Unchi is 451447.
What is the population of Unchi?
Unchi has a total population of 835, including 430 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Unchi?
There are 184 households in Unchi.
What is the literacy rate in Unchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unchi is 36.89%. Male literacy is 43.49% and female literacy is 29.88%.