Arewada - Bhamragad, Gadchiroli
Arewada is a village situated in the Bhamragad tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhamragad and around 186 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Arewada village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arewada is 539741. The village covers a total geographical area of 1111 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 186 km away.
Arewada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Arewada
According to the 2011 Census, Arewada village had a total population of 728 people, including 371 males and 357 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.34%, with male literacy at 75.32% and female literacy at 56.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 563.
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 | 728 | 371 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 563 | 295 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 238 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 133 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Arewada
Arewada 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 Arewada
Arewada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gadchiroli to Arewada is about 186 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arewada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arewada 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 Arewada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arewada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arewada
Where is Arewada located?
Arewada village is located in Bhamragad Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Arewada?
Arewada is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arewada?
The pincode of Arewada is 442710.
What is the population of Arewada?
Arewada had a total population of 728, including 371 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Arewada?
Arewada had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arewada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arewada was 66.34%. Male literacy was 75.32% and female literacy was 56.95%.