Unhel - Gangdhar, Jhalawar
Unhel is a village situated in the Gangdhar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangdhar and around 149 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Unhel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unhel is 105303. The village covers a total geographical area of 1798.34 hectares and falls under the 326516 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Unhel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Unhel
As per Census 2011, Unhel village has a total population of 3,968 people, consisting of 1,982 males and 1,986 females. The village has 780 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 599 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,030 literate and 1,938 illiterate residents. Additionally, 788 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unhel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,968 | 1,982 | 1,986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 599 | 284 | 315 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 788 | 398 | 390 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,030 | 1,279 | 751 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,938 | 703 | 1,235 |
Nearby Villages of Unhel
Unhel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sedara | South | 2.66 km |
| Dokar Khera | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Langar Khedi | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Karma Kheri | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Kher Khera | North | 3.14 km |
| Bor Khedi (alot) | South | 3.86 km |
| Thuriya | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Akya (alot) | West | 4.12 km |
| Dharmpuri | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Kumathiya | East | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Unhel
Unhel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Thuria, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhawani Mandi to Unhel is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Unhel is about 149 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unhel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unhel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Unhel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unhel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Unhel
Where is Unhel located?
Unhel village is located in Gangdhar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unhel?
Unhel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Unhel?
The pincode of Unhel is 326516.
What is the population of Unhel?
Unhel has a total population of 3,968, including 1,982 males and 1,986 females.
How many households are there in Unhel?
There are 780 households in Unhel.
What is the literacy rate in Unhel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unhel is 51.16%. Male literacy is 64.53% and female literacy is 37.81%.