Unchhaun - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Unchhaun is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 98 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Tyargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Unchhaun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unchhaun is 043230. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.3 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Unchhaun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Unchhaun
According to the 2011 Census, Unchhaun village had a total population of 147 people, including 57 males and 90 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,579 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.99%, with male literacy at 90.70% and female literacy at 48.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 147 | 57 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 18 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Unchhaun
Unchhaun 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 Unchhaun
Unchhaun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kirtinagar to Unchhaun is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Unchhaun is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unchhaun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unchhaun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Unchhaun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unchhaun 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Unchhaun
Where is Unchhaun located?
Unchhaun village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Unchhaun?
The Gram Panchayat of Unchhaun is Tyargaon.
What is the pincode of Unchhaun?
The pincode of Unchhaun is 249161.
What is the population of Unchhaun?
Unchhaun had a total population of 147, including 57 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Unchhaun?
Unchhaun had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Unchhaun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unchhaun was 62.99%. Male literacy was 90.70% and female literacy was 48.81%.