Uncha Gaon - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Uncha Gaon is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Madiya Baksi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uncha Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uncha Gaon is 055843. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.9 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Uncha Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uncha Gaon
As per Census 2011, Uncha Gaon village has a total population of 102 people, consisting of 57 males and 45 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 789 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 38 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uncha Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 102 | 57 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 41 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 16 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Uncha Gaon
Uncha 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 Uncha Gaon
Uncha Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Uncha Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Uncha Gaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Uncha Gaon is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uncha Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uncha Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uncha 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 Uncha 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 Uncha Gaon
Where is Uncha Gaon located?
Uncha Gaon village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uncha Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Uncha Gaon is Madiya Baksi.
What is the pincode of Uncha Gaon?
The pincode of Uncha Gaon is 262401.
What is the population of Uncha Gaon?
Uncha Gaon has a total population of 102, including 57 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Uncha Gaon?
There are 25 households in Uncha Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Uncha Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uncha Gaon is 62.75%. Male literacy is 71.93% and female literacy is 51.11%.