Unchakheda - Harrai, Chhindwara
Unchakheda is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Marhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Unchakheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unchakheda is 494028. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.24 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Unchakheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Unchakheda
According to the 2011 Census, Unchakheda village had a total population of 89 people, including 49 males and 40 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 816 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 1.41%, with male literacy at 2.56% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 89 | 49 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 49 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 48 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Unchakheda
Unchakheda 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 Unchakheda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Unchakheda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Harrai to Unchakheda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Unchakheda 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 Unchakheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unchakheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Unchakheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unchakheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Unchakheda
Where is Unchakheda located?
Unchakheda village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unchakheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Unchakheda is Marhi.
What is the pincode of Unchakheda?
The pincode of Unchakheda is 480224.
What is the population of Unchakheda?
Unchakheda had a total population of 89, including 49 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Unchakheda?
Unchakheda had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Unchakheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unchakheda was 1.41%. Male literacy was 2.56% and female literacy was 0.00%.