Shantinagar - Chamorshi, Gadchiroli
Shantinagar is a village situated in the Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamorshi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Haladwahi serves as the Village Panchayat for Shantinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shantinagar is 539377. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.33 hectares and falls under the 442919 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Shantinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shantinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shantinagar village had a total population of 360 people, including 192 males and 168 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.70%, with male literacy at 74.71% and female literacy at 64.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 294.
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 | 360 | 192 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 294 | 156 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 130 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 62 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Shantinagar
Shantinagar 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 Shantinagar
Shantinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shantinagar is about 55 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 Shantinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shantinagar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shantinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shantinagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shantinagar
Where is Shantinagar located?
Shantinagar village is located in Chamorshi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shantinagar?
The Village Panchayat of Shantinagar is Haladwahi.
What is the pincode of Shantinagar?
The pincode of Shantinagar is 442919.
What is the population of Shantinagar?
Shantinagar had a total population of 360, including 192 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Shantinagar?
Shantinagar had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shantinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shantinagar was 69.70%. Male literacy was 74.71% and female literacy was 64.10%.