Unchawadad - Umarkhed, Yavatmal
Unchawadad is a village situated in the Umarkhed tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarkhed and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Unchwadad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Unchawadad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unchawadad is 542989. The village covers a total geographical area of 475.63 hectares and falls under the 445206 pincode. Umarkhed is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Unchawadad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Unchawadad
As per Census 2011, Unchawadad village has a total population of 1,158 people, consisting of 601 males and 557 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 806 literate and 352 illiterate residents. Additionally, 273 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unchawadad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,158 | 601 | 557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 80 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 131 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 806 | 448 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 153 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Unchawadad
Unchawadad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dighadi | West | 1.97 km |
| Pimpri | South | 2.41 km |
| Virsani | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Lohara | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Kharus Bk. | North | 4.17 km |
| Dighi | East | 4.37 km |
| Tembhurni | South-East | 4.71 km |
| Dhotra | South-West | 4.82 km |
| Waghi | South-East | 5.10 km |
| Deosari | West | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Unchawadad
Public transport in the Unchawadad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Julgaon Deccan, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkhed to Unchawadad is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Unchawadad is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unchawadad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unchawadad 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 Unchawadad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unchawadad 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 Unchawadad
Where is Unchawadad located?
Unchawadad village is located in Umarkhed Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unchawadad?
The Gram Panchayat of Unchawadad is Unchwadad.
What is the pincode of Unchawadad?
The pincode of Unchawadad is 445206.
What is the population of Unchawadad?
Unchawadad has a total population of 1,158, including 601 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Unchawadad?
There are 231 households in Unchawadad.
What is the literacy rate in Unchawadad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unchawadad is 69.60%. Male literacy is 74.54% and female literacy is 64.27%.