Unnai - Petlawad, Jhabua
Unnai is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Unnai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unnai is 504216. The village covers a total geographical area of 438.18 hectares and falls under the 457773 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Unnai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Unnai
As per Census 2011, Unnai village has a total population of 1,946 people, consisting of 965 males and 981 females. The village has 389 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 352 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 873 literate and 1,073 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,907 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unnai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,946 | 965 | 981 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 165 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,907 | 947 | 960 |
| Literate Population | 873 | 500 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,073 | 465 | 608 |
Nearby Villages of Unnai
Unnai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kodli | South | 1.97 km |
| Dadia | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Asalya | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Jhonsar | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Kotnai | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Chhayan | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Chapaner | North | 4.18 km |
| Khoriya | East | 4.31 km |
| Amargarh | North | 4.98 km |
| Kalsadiya | North-East | 5.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Unnai
Unnai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panch Pipila, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Unnai is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Unnai is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unnai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unnai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Unnai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unnai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Unnai
Where is Unnai located?
Unnai village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unnai?
Unnai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Unnai?
The pincode of Unnai is 457773.
What is the population of Unnai?
Unnai has a total population of 1,946, including 965 males and 981 females.
How many households are there in Unnai?
There are 389 households in Unnai.
What is the literacy rate in Unnai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unnai is 44.86%. Male literacy is 51.81% and female literacy is 38.02%.