Gondeda - Chimur, Chandrapur
Gondeda is a village situated in the Chimur tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chimur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Gondeda village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gondeda is 540526. The village covers a total geographical area of 1304.85 hectares and falls under the 442904 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Gondeda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gondeda
According to the 2011 Census, Gondeda village had a total population of 1,143 people, including 598 males and 545 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.38%, with male literacy at 85.92% and female literacy at 67.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 613.
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 | 1,143 | 598 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 613 | 330 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 804 | 470 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 128 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Gondeda
Gondeda 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 Gondeda
Gondeda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Warora to Gondeda is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Gondeda is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gondeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gondeda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gondeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gondeda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gondeda
Where is Gondeda located?
Gondeda village is located in Chimur Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gondeda?
Gondeda is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gondeda?
The pincode of Gondeda is 442904.
What is the population of Gondeda?
Gondeda had a total population of 1,143, including 598 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Gondeda?
Gondeda had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gondeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gondeda was 77.38%. Male literacy was 85.92% and female literacy was 67.89%.