Uniyal Gaon - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Uniyal Gaon is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 48 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Uniyalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uniyal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uniyal Gaon is 044322. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.1 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Uniyal Gaon 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 Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uniyal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Uniyal Gaon village had a total population of 996 people, including 525 males and 471 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.35%, with male literacy at 94.60% and female literacy at 77.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 996 | 525 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 62 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 35 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 759 | 438 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 87 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Uniyal Gaon
Uniyal Gaon 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 Uniyal Gaon
Public transport in the Uniyal Gaon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chamba to Uniyal Gaon is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Uniyal Gaon 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 Uniyal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uniyal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uniyal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uniyal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Uniyal Gaon
Where is Uniyal Gaon located?
Uniyal Gaon village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uniyal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Uniyal Gaon is Uniyalgaon.
What is the pincode of Uniyal Gaon?
The pincode of Uniyal Gaon is 249180.
What is the population of Uniyal Gaon?
Uniyal Gaon had a total population of 996, including 525 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Uniyal Gaon?
Uniyal Gaon had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uniyal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uniyal Gaon was 86.35%. Male literacy was 94.60% and female literacy was 77.16%.