Unal Gaon - Pratapnagar, Tehri Garhwal
Unal Gaon is a village situated in the Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapnagar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Onalgaon (bhadura) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Unal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unal Gaon is 043488. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.18 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Unal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Unal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Unal Gaon village had a total population of 307 people, including 147 males and 160 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.66%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 48.32%.
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 | 307 | 147 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 27 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 110 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 37 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Unal Gaon
Unal 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 Unal Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Unal Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Uttarkashi to Unal Gaon is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Unal Gaon is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Unal 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 Unal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Unal Gaon
Where is Unal Gaon located?
Unal Gaon village is located in Pratapnagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Unal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Unal Gaon is Onalgaon (bhadura).
What is the pincode of Unal Gaon?
The pincode of Unal Gaon is 249165.
What is the population of Unal Gaon?
Unal Gaon had a total population of 307, including 147 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Unal Gaon?
Unal Gaon had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Unal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unal Gaon was 67.66%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 48.32%.