Manjigaon - Chamorshi, Gadchiroli
Manjigaon is a village situated in the Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamorshi and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Chapalwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manjigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjigaon is 539371. The village covers a total geographical area of 296 hectares and falls under the 442604 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Manjigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Manjigaon
As per Census 2011, Manjigaon village has a total population of 697 people, consisting of 360 males and 337 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 443 literate and 254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manjigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 697 | 360 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 40 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 257 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 103 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Manjigaon
Manjigaon 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 Manjigaon
Manjigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Manjigaon is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manjigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjigaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manjigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manjigaon
Where is Manjigaon located?
Manjigaon village is located in Chamorshi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manjigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Manjigaon is Chapalwada.
What is the pincode of Manjigaon?
The pincode of Manjigaon is 442604.
What is the population of Manjigaon?
Manjigaon has a total population of 697, including 360 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Manjigaon?
There are 152 households in Manjigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Manjigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjigaon is 63.56%. Male literacy is 71.39% and female literacy is 55.19%.