Gulgaon Tukum - Bhadravati, Chandrapur
Gulgaon Tukum is a village situated in the Bhadravati tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadravati and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Gulgaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Gulgaon Tukum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulgaon Tukum is 541189. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.63 hectares and falls under the 442906 pincode. Bhadravati is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Gulgaon Tukum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gulgaon Tukum
According to the 2011 Census, Gulgaon Tukum village had a total population of 269 people, including 139 males and 130 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.52%, with male literacy at 75.63% and female literacy at 59.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 269 | 139 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 90 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 49 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Gulgaon Tukum
Gulgaon Tukum 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 Gulgaon Tukum
Public transport in the Gulgaon Tukum is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadravati to Gulgaon Tukum is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Gulgaon Tukum is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gulgaon Tukum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulgaon Tukum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gulgaon Tukum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulgaon Tukum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gulgaon Tukum
Where is Gulgaon Tukum located?
Gulgaon Tukum village is located in Bhadravati Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gulgaon Tukum?
The Village Panchayat of Gulgaon Tukum is Gulgaon.
What is the pincode of Gulgaon Tukum?
The pincode of Gulgaon Tukum is 442906.
What is the population of Gulgaon Tukum?
Gulgaon Tukum had a total population of 269, including 139 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Gulgaon Tukum?
Gulgaon Tukum had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gulgaon Tukum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulgaon Tukum was 67.52%. Male literacy was 75.63% and female literacy was 59.13%.