Kiyar (S) - Bhamragad, Gadchiroli
Kiyar (S) is a village situated in the Bhamragad tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhamragad and around 198 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Arewada serves as the Village Panchayat for Kiyar (S) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kiyar (S) is 539728. The village covers a total geographical area of 1112.93 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 198 km away.
Kiyar (S) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kiyar (S)
According to the 2011 Census, Kiyar (S) village had a total population of 643 people, including 314 males and 329 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.28%, with male literacy at 61.11% and female literacy at 34.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 610.
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 | 643 | 314 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 610 | 297 | 313 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 165 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 149 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Kiyar (S)
Kiyar (S) 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 Kiyar (S)
Kiyar (S) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kiyar (S) is about 198 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kiyar (S)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kiyar (S) 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 Kiyar (S)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kiyar (S) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kiyar (S)
Where is Kiyar (S) located?
Kiyar (S) village is located in Bhamragad Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kiyar (S)?
The Village Panchayat of Kiyar (S) is Arewada.
What is the pincode of Kiyar (S)?
The pincode of Kiyar (S) is 442710.
What is the population of Kiyar (S)?
Kiyar (S) had a total population of 643, including 314 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Kiyar (S)?
Kiyar (S) had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kiyar (S)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kiyar (S) was 47.28%. Male literacy was 61.11% and female literacy was 34.04%.