Uni - Jaora, Ratlam
Uni is a village situated in the Jaora tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaora and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Uni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uni is 470101. The village covers a total geographical area of 827.33 hectares and falls under the 457118 pincode. Jaora is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Uni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uni
As per Census 2011, Uni village has a total population of 2,200 people, consisting of 1,128 males and 1,072 females. The village has 494 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 281 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,329 literate and 871 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,200 | 1,128 | 1,072 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 133 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 128 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,329 | 818 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 871 | 310 | 561 |
Nearby Villages of Uni
Uni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Menda Kheda | North | 2.37 km |
| Rafu Khedi | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Tamboliya | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Gothada | West | 2.86 km |
| Melu Khedi | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Borwana | South | 3.50 km |
| Nakatwada | East | 3.53 km |
| Gondi Dharamsi | North-West | 3.82 km |
| Kher Jamuniya | South-East | 4.54 km |
| Gondi Shankar | North | 4.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uni
Uni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dhodhar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jaora to Uni is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Uni is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uni 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 Uni
Where is Uni located?
Uni village is located in Jaora Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uni?
Uni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uni?
The pincode of Uni is 457118.
What is the population of Uni?
Uni has a total population of 2,200, including 1,128 males and 1,072 females.
How many households are there in Uni?
There are 494 households in Uni.
What is the literacy rate in Uni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uni is 60.41%. Male literacy is 72.52% and female literacy is 47.67%.