Rajaram - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Rajaram is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Rajaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajaram is 539912. The village covers a total geographical area of 1829 hectares and falls under the 442709 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 132 km away.
Rajaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajaram
As per Census 2011, Rajaram village has a total population of 2,340 people, consisting of 1,176 males and 1,164 females. The village has 485 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,549 literate and 791 illiterate residents. Additionally, 238 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,630 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,340 | 1,176 | 1,164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 103 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 104 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,630 | 826 | 804 |
| Literate Population | 1,549 | 863 | 686 |
| Illiterate Population | 791 | 313 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Rajaram
Rajaram 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 Rajaram
Rajaram 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 Ballarpur to Rajaram is about 132 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Rajaram is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rajaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajaram
Where is Rajaram located?
Rajaram village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajaram?
Rajaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajaram?
The pincode of Rajaram is 442709.
What is the population of Rajaram?
Rajaram has a total population of 2,340, including 1,176 males and 1,164 females.
How many households are there in Rajaram?
There are 485 households in Rajaram.
What is the literacy rate in Rajaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajaram is 66.20%. Male literacy is 73.38% and female literacy is 58.93%.