Untsar - Rajpura, Patiala
Untsar is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpura and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Untsar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Untsar is 036868. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 140417 pincode. Ghanaur is the nearest town.
Untsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Untsar
As per Census 2011, Untsar village has a total population of 834 people, consisting of 455 males and 379 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 832 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 484 literate and 350 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Untsar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 834 | 455 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 57 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 156 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 484 | 300 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 155 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Untsar
Untsar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Untsar
Untsar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Untsar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Untsar is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Untsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Untsar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Untsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Untsar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Untsar
Where is Untsar located?
Untsar village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Untsar?
Untsar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Untsar?
The pincode of Untsar is 140417.
What is the population of Untsar?
Untsar has a total population of 834, including 455 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Untsar?
There are 147 households in Untsar.
What is the literacy rate in Untsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Untsar is 58.03%. Male literacy is 65.93% and female literacy is 48.55%.