Chekwadkuli - Gondpipri, Chandrapur
Chekwadkuli is a village situated in the Gondpipri tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondpipri and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Wadkuli serves as the Village Panchayat for Chekwadkuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chekwadkuli is 541860. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.46 hectares and falls under the 442702 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Chekwadkuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chekwadkuli
According to the 2011 Census, Chekwadkuli village had a total population of 1,096 people, including 547 males and 549 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.83%, with male literacy at 80.57% and female literacy at 55.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 311.
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 | 1,096 | 547 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 58 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 154 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 394 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 153 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Chekwadkuli
Chekwadkuli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirsi Deulwar | South | 1.51 km |
| Chek Beradi | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Chek Wedgaon | East | 2.54 km |
| Chak Ballarpur | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Tekoda | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Chak Chintaldhaba No.2 | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Chekpellur | South | 3.16 km |
| Borgaon | South | 3.33 km |
| Chaklikhitwada | East | 3.78 km |
| Chak Borgaon | South-East | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chekwadkuli
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Chekwadkuli. The nearest railway station is Wihirgaon, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 126.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Chekwadkuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chekwadkuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chekwadkuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chekwadkuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chekwadkuli
Where is Chekwadkuli located?
Chekwadkuli village is located in Gondpipri Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chekwadkuli?
The Village Panchayat of Chekwadkuli is Wadkuli.
What is the pincode of Chekwadkuli?
The pincode of Chekwadkuli is 442702.
What is the population of Chekwadkuli?
Chekwadkuli had a total population of 1,096, including 547 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Chekwadkuli?
Chekwadkuli had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chekwadkuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chekwadkuli was 67.83%. Male literacy was 80.57% and female literacy was 55.03%.