Unchada - Hadgaon, Nanded
Unchada is a village situated in the Hadgaon tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hadgaon and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Unchada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unchada is 544515. The village covers a total geographical area of 590.34 hectares and falls under the 431712 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Unchada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Unchada
As per Census 2011, Unchada village has a total population of 1,596 people, consisting of 827 males and 769 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 979 literate and 617 illiterate residents. Additionally, 355 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unchada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,596 | 827 | 769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 123 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 178 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 979 | 570 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 257 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Unchada
Unchada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devjana | West | 2.52 km |
| Chikhali | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Karmodi | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Talang | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Phutana | South | 3.44 km |
| Shibdara | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Shewala | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Kanhegaon | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Newarwadi | North | 4.72 km |
| Pimpri Kh. | West | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Unchada
Unchada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bolda, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hadgoan to Unchada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Unchada is about 55 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 Unchada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unchada 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 Unchada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unchada 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 Unchada
Where is Unchada located?
Unchada village is located in Hadgaon Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unchada?
Unchada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Unchada?
The pincode of Unchada is 431712.
What is the population of Unchada?
Unchada has a total population of 1,596, including 827 males and 769 females.
How many households are there in Unchada?
There are 311 households in Unchada.
What is the literacy rate in Unchada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unchada is 61.34%. Male literacy is 68.92% and female literacy is 53.19%.