Chichoda - Bhamragad, Gadchiroli
Chichoda is a village situated in the Bhamragad tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhamragad and around 229 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Irakdumme serves as the Village Panchayat for Chichoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichoda is 539777. The village covers a total geographical area of 899.94 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 229 km away.
Chichoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chichoda
According to the 2011 Census, Chichoda village had a total population of 931 people, including 509 males and 422 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.79%, with male literacy at 76.33% and female literacy at 66.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 861.
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 | 931 | 509 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 861 | 468 | 393 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 345 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 164 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Chichoda
Chichoda 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 Chichoda
Chichoda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Gadchiroli to Chichoda is about 229 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chichoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chichoda
Where is Chichoda located?
Chichoda village is located in Bhamragad Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chichoda?
The Village Panchayat of Chichoda is Irakdumme.
What is the pincode of Chichoda?
The pincode of Chichoda is 442710.
What is the population of Chichoda?
Chichoda had a total population of 931, including 509 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Chichoda?
Chichoda had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chichoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichoda was 71.79%. Male literacy was 76.33% and female literacy was 66.31%.