Purana Wairagad - Armori, Gadchiroli
Purana Wairagad is a village situated in the Armori tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Armori and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Sukala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purana Wairagad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purana Wairagad is 538533. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.13 hectares and falls under the 441217 pincode.
Purana Wairagad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Purana Wairagad
Purana Wairagad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sukala | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Jambhali | North | 1.77 km |
| Mohazari Alias Sukarbodi | South | 1.82 km |
| Patanwada | West | 2.52 km |
| Shioni Kh | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Sawalkheda | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Mohzari | South | 2.99 km |
| Sonerangi | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Mendhebodi Chak | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Karadi | North-West | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purana Wairagad
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Purana Wairagad. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gadchiroli to Purana Wairagad is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purana Wairagad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purana Wairagad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Purana Wairagad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purana Wairagad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Purana Wairagad
Where is Purana Wairagad located?
Purana Wairagad village is located in Armori Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purana Wairagad?
The Gram Panchayat of Purana Wairagad is Sukala.
What is the pincode of Purana Wairagad?
The pincode of Purana Wairagad is 441217.