Saganapur - Chamorshi, Gadchiroli
Saganapur is a village situated in the Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamorshi and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Adyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saganapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saganapur is 539232. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.22 hectares and falls under the 442707 pincode. Mul is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Saganapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saganapur
As per Census 2011, Saganapur village has a total population of 1,321 people, consisting of 669 males and 652 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 871 literate and 450 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saganapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,321 | 669 | 652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 60 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 871 | 496 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 450 | 173 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Saganapur
Saganapur 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 Saganapur
Saganapur 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 Mul to Saganapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Saganapur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saganapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saganapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saganapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saganapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saganapur
Where is Saganapur located?
Saganapur village is located in Chamorshi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saganapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Saganapur is Adyal.
What is the pincode of Saganapur?
The pincode of Saganapur is 442707.
What is the population of Saganapur?
Saganapur has a total population of 1,321, including 669 males and 652 females.
How many households are there in Saganapur?
There are 317 households in Saganapur.
What is the literacy rate in Saganapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saganapur is 65.93%. Male literacy is 74.14% and female literacy is 57.52%.