Uniyara - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Uniyara is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Uniyana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uniyara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uniyara is 042116. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.04 hectares and falls under the 246439 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Uniyara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uniyara
According to the 2011 Census, Uniyara village had a total population of 566 people, including 259 males and 307 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 1,185 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.62%, with male literacy at 97.37% and female literacy at 79.72%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 566 | 259 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 222 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 37 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Uniyara
Uniyara 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 Uniyara
Uniyara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Uniyara is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uniyara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uniyara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uniyara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uniyara 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 Uniyara
Where is Uniyara located?
Uniyara village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uniyara?
The Gram Panchayat of Uniyara is Uniyana.
What is the pincode of Uniyara?
The pincode of Uniyara is 246439.
What is the population of Uniyara?
Uniyara had a total population of 566, including 259 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Uniyara?
Uniyara had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uniyara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uniyara was 87.62%. Male literacy was 97.37% and female literacy was 79.72%.