Unana Village - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Unana is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 71 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Unana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unana is 043187. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.66 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Unana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Unana
As per Census 2011, Unana village has a total population of 1,054 people, consisting of 464 males and 590 females. The village has 258 households and a sex ratio of 1,271 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 578 literate and 476 illiterate residents. Additionally, 255 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unana are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,054 | 464 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 81 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 124 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 305 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 159 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Unana
Unana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Birakot | South-West | 0.85 km |
| Koti Chalayion Kee | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Setuli | North | 2.08 km |
| Dogyar | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Gosil | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Phalasi | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Dalmasa | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Silgarh | North | 2.98 km |
| Garakot | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Mulya Gaon Urf Garwashtha | South | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Unana
Unana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Unana is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Unana is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unana 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 Unana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unana 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Unana
Where is Unana located?
Unana village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unana?
Unana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Unana?
The pincode of Unana is 249122.
What is the population of Unana?
Unana has a total population of 1,054, including 464 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Unana?
There are 258 households in Unana.
What is the literacy rate in Unana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unana is 54.84%. Male literacy is 65.73% and female literacy is 46.27%.