Geora Bk. - Sawali, Chandrapur
Geora Bk. is a village situated in the Sawali tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawali and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Gewara Buj serves as the Village Panchayat for Geora Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Geora Bk. is 540875. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.58 hectares and falls under the 441225 pincode. Mul is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Geora Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Geora Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Geora Bk. village had a total population of 1,379 people, including 685 males and 694 females, living in 374 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.37%, with male literacy at 85.19% and female literacy at 57.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 212, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 609.
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 | 1,379 | 685 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 57 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 105 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 609 | 294 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 900 | 535 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 150 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Geora Bk.
Geora Bk. 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 Geora Bk.
Geora Bk. 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 Mul to Geora Bk. is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Geora Bk. is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Geora Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Geora Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Geora Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Geora Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Geora Bk.
Where is Geora Bk. located?
Geora Bk. village is located in Sawali Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Geora Bk.?
The Village Panchayat of Geora Bk. is Gewara Buj.
What is the pincode of Geora Bk.?
The pincode of Geora Bk. is 441225.
What is the population of Geora Bk.?
Geora Bk. had a total population of 1,379, including 685 males and 694 females.
How many households are there in Geora Bk.?
Geora Bk. had 374 households.
What is the literacy rate in Geora Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Geora Bk. was 71.37%. Male literacy was 85.19% and female literacy was 57.66%.