Naroti Chak - Armori, Gadchiroli
Naroti Chak is a village situated in the Armori tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Armori and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Sirsi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naroti Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naroti Chak is 538580. The village covers a total geographical area of 836.77 hectares and falls under the 441217 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Naroti Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Naroti Chak
As per Census 2011, Naroti Chak village has a total population of 605 people, consisting of 312 males and 293 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 391 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 292 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naroti Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 605 | 312 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 46 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 292 | 151 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 224 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 88 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Naroti Chak
Naroti Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadegaon | East | 1.29 km |
| Vihirgaon | South | 1.35 km |
| Mohatola Alies Kukadi | West | 2.02 km |
| Kurandi Chak | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Sonpur Chak | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Kurandi Mal | East | 3.30 km |
| Koregaon | East | 3.37 km |
| Hirapur Rith | North | 3.45 km |
| Naroti Mal | South | 3.87 km |
| Lohara | West | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naroti Chak
Public transport in the Naroti Chak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Desaiganj to Naroti Chak is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Naroti Chak is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naroti Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naroti Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Naroti Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naroti Chak 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naroti Chak
Where is Naroti Chak located?
Naroti Chak village is located in Armori Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naroti Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Naroti Chak is Sirsi.
What is the pincode of Naroti Chak?
The pincode of Naroti Chak is 441217.
What is the population of Naroti Chak?
Naroti Chak has a total population of 605, including 312 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Naroti Chak?
There are 141 households in Naroti Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Naroti Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naroti Chak is 64.63%. Male literacy is 71.79% and female literacy is 57.00%.