Unhel - Satwas, Dewas
Unhel is a village situated in the Satwas tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satwas and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Sindrani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Unhel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unhel is 473874. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.89 hectares and falls under the 455459 pincode. Satwas is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Unhel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dewas Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Unhel
As per Census 2011, Unhel village has a total population of 626 people, consisting of 307 males and 319 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 212 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 580 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unhel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 626 | 307 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 84 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 580 | 287 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 129 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 178 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Unhel
Unhel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwagaon | North | 2.82 km |
| Pura | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Nimasa | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Sindrani | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Balya | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Semlikhurd | North | 5.05 km |
| Badkankhari | East | 5.25 km |
| Kitkhedi | East | 5.29 km |
| Khal | North | 5.33 km |
| Semlibuzurg | North | 5.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Unhel
Public transport in the Unhel is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kurawan, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satwas to Unhel is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Unhel is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unhel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unhel 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 Unhel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unhel 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Unhel
Where is Unhel located?
Unhel village is located in Satwas Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unhel?
The Gram Panchayat of Unhel is Sindrani.
What is the pincode of Unhel?
The pincode of Unhel is 455459.
What is the population of Unhel?
Unhel has a total population of 626, including 307 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Unhel?
There are 134 households in Unhel.
What is the literacy rate in Unhel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unhel is 33.87%. Male literacy is 42.02% and female literacy is 26.02%.