Krishnanagar - Chamorshi, Gadchiroli
Krishnanagar is a village situated in the Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamorshi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Vikrampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishnanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishnanagar is 539283. The village covers a total geographical area of 543.96 hectares and falls under the 442603 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Krishnanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Krishnanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Krishnanagar village had a total population of 1,314 people, including 675 males and 639 females, living in 278 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.05%, with male literacy at 94.84% and female literacy at 82.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 1,314 | 675 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,041 | 570 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 105 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Krishnanagar
Krishnanagar 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 Krishnanagar
Krishnanagar 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Krishnanagar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Krishnanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishnanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Krishnanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krishnanagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Krishnanagar
Where is Krishnanagar located?
Krishnanagar village is located in Chamorshi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krishnanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishnanagar is Vikrampur.
What is the pincode of Krishnanagar?
The pincode of Krishnanagar is 442603.
What is the population of Krishnanagar?
Krishnanagar had a total population of 1,314, including 675 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Krishnanagar?
Krishnanagar had 278 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krishnanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishnanagar was 89.05%. Male literacy was 94.84% and female literacy was 82.92%.