Bhaswapur - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Bhaswapur is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 66 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 179 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Marpalli serves as the Village Panchayat for Bhaswapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaswapur is 539968. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.67 hectares and falls under the 442709 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 179 km away.
Bhaswapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhaswapur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhaswapur village had a total population of 503 people, including 243 males and 260 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.53%, with male literacy at 70.05% and female literacy at 56.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 346.
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 | 503 | 243 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 46 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 346 | 158 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 138 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 105 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaswapur
Bhaswapur 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 Bhaswapur
Bhaswapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Bhaswapur is about 179 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaswapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaswapur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhaswapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaswapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhaswapur
Where is Bhaswapur located?
Bhaswapur village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Bhaswapur?
The Village Panchayat of Bhaswapur is Marpalli.
What is the pincode of Bhaswapur?
The pincode of Bhaswapur is 442709.
What is the population of Bhaswapur?
Bhaswapur had a total population of 503, including 243 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Bhaswapur?
Bhaswapur had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaswapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaswapur was 62.53%. Male literacy was 70.05% and female literacy was 56.09%.