Unal - Bhagawanpur - I, Purba Medinipur
Unal is a village situated in the Bhagawanpur - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Simulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Unal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unal is 345497. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.9 hectares and falls under the 721458 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Unal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhagabanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Unal
As per Census 2011, Unal village has a total population of 1,053 people, consisting of 531 males and 522 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 885 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,053 | 531 | 522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 48 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 45 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 885 | 468 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 63 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Unal
Unal 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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Unal. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Unal.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Unal is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unal 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 Unal
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 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Unal
Where is Unal located?
Unal village is located in Bhagawanpur - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unal?
The Gram Panchayat of Unal is Simulia.
What is the pincode of Unal?
The pincode of Unal is 721458.
What is the population of Unal?
Unal has a total population of 1,053, including 531 males and 522 females.
How many households are there in Unal?
There are 252 households in Unal.
What is the literacy rate in Unal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unal is 84.05%. Male literacy is 88.14% and female literacy is 79.89%.