Unegaon - Mangaon, Raigad
Unegaon is a village situated in the Mangaon tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Mangaon and around 100 km from Alibag. Unegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unegaon is 554672. The village covers a total geographical area of 331.33 hectares and falls under the 402104 pincode. Mahad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Unegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrivardhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Unegaon
As per Census 2011, Unegaon village has a total population of 1,338 people, consisting of 665 males and 673 females. The village has 288 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 912 literate and 426 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,338 | 665 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 59 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 912 | 528 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 137 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Unegaon
Unegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dahivali Tarf Govele | West | 1.33 km |
| Chapadi | East | 1.42 km |
| Wave Tarf Nijampur | North | 1.47 km |
| Adghar | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Wadgaon | South | 2.08 km |
| Pachole | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Kurwade | East | 2.45 km |
| Lonshi | North | 2.62 km |
| Garal | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Wadghar | South-East | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Unegaon
Unegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Goregaon Road, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Mahad to Unegaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Unegaon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Unegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Unegaon
Where is Unegaon located?
Unegaon village is located in Mangaon Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unegaon?
Unegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Unegaon?
The pincode of Unegaon is 402104.
What is the population of Unegaon?
Unegaon has a total population of 1,338, including 665 males and 673 females.
How many households are there in Unegaon?
There are 288 households in Unegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Unegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unegaon is 68.16%. Male literacy is 79.40% and female literacy is 57.06%.