Pachgaon - Chimur, Chandrapur
Pachgaon is a village situated in the Chimur tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chimur and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Khairi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pachgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pachgaon is 540457. The village covers a total geographical area of 331.69 hectares and falls under the 442903 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Pachgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pachgaon
As per Census 2011, Pachgaon village has a total population of 319 people, consisting of 156 males and 163 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 222 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pachgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 319 | 156 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 21 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 17 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 114 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 42 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Pachgaon
Pachgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pendhari (deshamukh) Rith | North | 2.13 km |
| Khairi | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Kawadsi Desh | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Shankarpur | West | 2.87 km |
| Susundri Rith (sathgaon) | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Irvha | East | 3.55 km |
| Dahegaon | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Kolari | North | 3.80 km |
| Dhanbodi Rith | North-West | 4.21 km |
| Lohara Kh Rith | South-West | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pachgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Pachgaon. The nearest railway station is Tempa, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warora to Pachgaon is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Pachgaon is about 118 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 Pachgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pachgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pachgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pachgaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pachgaon
Where is Pachgaon located?
Pachgaon village is located in Chimur Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pachgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pachgaon is Khairi.
What is the pincode of Pachgaon?
The pincode of Pachgaon is 442903.
What is the population of Pachgaon?
Pachgaon has a total population of 319, including 156 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Pachgaon?
There are 84 households in Pachgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pachgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pachgaon is 69.59%. Male literacy is 73.08% and female literacy is 66.26%.