Unchi Mahuwar - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Unchi Mahuwar is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Chanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Unchi Mahuwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unchi Mahuwar is 056271. The village covers a total geographical area of 372.03 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Unchi Mahuwar 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 Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Unchi Mahuwar
According to the 2011 Census, Unchi Mahuwar village had a total population of 2,308 people, including 1,158 males and 1,150 females, living in 439 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.31%, with male literacy at 90.56% and female literacy at 68.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,006.
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 | 2,308 | 1,158 | 1,150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 152 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,006 | 523 | 483 |
| Literate Population | 1,621 | 911 | 710 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 247 | 440 |
Nearby Villages of Unchi Mahuwar
Unchi Mahuwar 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 Unchi Mahuwar
Unchi Mahuwar 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 2-5 km of Unchi Mahuwar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Unchi Mahuwar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Unchi Mahuwar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unchi Mahuwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unchi Mahuwar 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 Unchi Mahuwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unchi Mahuwar 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 Unchi Mahuwar
Where is Unchi Mahuwar located?
Unchi Mahuwar village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Unchi Mahuwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Unchi Mahuwar is Chanda.
What is the pincode of Unchi Mahuwar?
The pincode of Unchi Mahuwar is 262308.
What is the population of Unchi Mahuwar?
Unchi Mahuwar had a total population of 2,308, including 1,158 males and 1,150 females.
How many households are there in Unchi Mahuwar?
Unchi Mahuwar had 439 households.
What is the literacy rate in Unchi Mahuwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unchi Mahuwar was 79.31%. Male literacy was 90.56% and female literacy was 68.40%.