Unchgawan - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Unchgawan is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Unchgoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Unchgawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unchgawan is 201163. The village covers a total geographical area of 311.38 hectares and falls under the 222143 pincode. Badshahpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Unchgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Unchgawan
As per Census 2011, Unchgawan village has a total population of 1,645 people, consisting of 813 males and 832 females. The village has 249 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,182 literate and 463 illiterate residents. Additionally, 454 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unchgawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,645 | 813 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 95 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 454 | 233 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,182 | 651 | 531 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 162 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Unchgawan
Unchgawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nadan | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Chhadan | South | 1.53 km |
| Baharpur | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Arowan | North | 1.65 km |
| Rampur Hargir | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Addopur | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Gauhani | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Umarpur | West | 2.11 km |
| Kharari | East | 2.43 km |
| Mohariyawan | East | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Unchgawan
Unchgawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badshahpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Badshahpur to Unchgawan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Unchgawan is about 50 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 Unchgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unchgawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Unchgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unchgawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Unchgawan
Where is Unchgawan located?
Unchgawan village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unchgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Unchgawan is Unchgoan.
What is the pincode of Unchgawan?
The pincode of Unchgawan is 222143.
What is the population of Unchgawan?
Unchgawan has a total population of 1,645, including 813 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Unchgawan?
There are 249 households in Unchgawan.
What is the literacy rate in Unchgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unchgawan is 71.85%. Male literacy is 80.07% and female literacy is 63.82%.