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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Naroti Chak village had a total population of 605 people, including 312 males and 293 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.09%, with male literacy at 79.72% and female literacy at 62.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 292.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Naroti Chak?
The Village 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 had a total population of 605, including 312 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Naroti Chak?
Naroti Chak had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naroti Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naroti Chak was 71.09%. Male literacy was 79.72% and female literacy was 62.08%.