Unte - Memari - II, Purba Bardhaman
Unte is a village situated in the Memari - II subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.5 km from Memari. Barapalasan-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Unte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unte is 320312. The village covers a total geographical area of 191.96 hectares and falls under the 713426 pincode. Memari is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Unte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Monteswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Unte
As per Census 2011, Unte village has a total population of 1,329 people, consisting of 680 males and 649 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 893 literate and 436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 631 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,329 | 680 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 94 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 631 | 326 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 26 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 893 | 494 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 186 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Unte
Unte 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 Unte
Unte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Memari to Unte is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Unte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Unte
Where is Unte located?
Unte village is located in Memari - II Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unte?
The Gram Panchayat of Unte is Barapalasan-i.
What is the pincode of Unte?
The pincode of Unte is 713426.
What is the population of Unte?
Unte has a total population of 1,329, including 680 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Unte?
There are 298 households in Unte.
What is the literacy rate in Unte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unte is 67.19%. Male literacy is 72.65% and female literacy is 61.48%.