Unhel - Sunel, Jhalawar
Unhel is a village situated in the Sunel tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from Pirawa and around 48 km from Jhalawar. Unhel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unhel is 105031. The village covers a total geographical area of 901.8 hectares and falls under the 326513 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 32 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 Jhalrapatan 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 2,399 people, consisting of 1,202 males and 1,197 females. The village has 481 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,373 literate and 1,026 illiterate residents. Additionally, 447 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unhel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,399 | 1,202 | 1,197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 152 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 447 | 224 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,373 | 861 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,026 | 341 | 685 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadar Nagar | South | 2.00 km |
| Roshan Bari | North | 2.22 km |
| Kotra Pratap | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Khandal Kheri | West | 2.68 km |
| Kesarpura | South | 3.25 km |
| Kundala Pratap | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Chandra Pura | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Mori | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Kadodiya | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Noorpura | South-West | 4.12 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 Bhawani Mandi, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawani Mandi to Unhel is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Unhel is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Unhel
Where is Unhel located?
Unhel village is located in Sunel 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 326513.
What is the population of Unhel?
Unhel has a total population of 2,399, including 1,202 males and 1,197 females.
How many households are there in Unhel?
There are 481 households in Unhel.
What is the literacy rate in Unhel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unhel is 57.23%. Male literacy is 71.63% and female literacy is 42.77%.