Maharajguda - Jiwati, Chandrapur
Maharajguda is a village situated in the Jiwati tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jiwati and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Nokewada serves as the Village Panchayat for Maharajguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maharajguda is 541740. The village covers a total geographical area of 315.5 hectares and falls under the 442908 pincode. Rajura is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Maharajguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maharajguda
According to the 2011 Census, Maharajguda village had a total population of 340 people, including 185 males and 155 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 838 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.28%, with male literacy at 86.71% and female literacy at 52.67%.
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 | 340 | 185 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 137 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 48 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Maharajguda
Maharajguda 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 Maharajguda
Maharajguda 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 Rajura to Maharajguda is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Maharajguda is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maharajguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maharajguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Maharajguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maharajguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maharajguda
Where is Maharajguda located?
Maharajguda village is located in Jiwati Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Maharajguda?
The Village Panchayat of Maharajguda is Nokewada.
What is the pincode of Maharajguda?
The pincode of Maharajguda is 442908.
What is the population of Maharajguda?
Maharajguda had a total population of 340, including 185 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Maharajguda?
Maharajguda had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maharajguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maharajguda was 71.28%. Male literacy was 86.71% and female literacy was 52.67%.