Vasantpur - Chamorshi, Gadchiroli
Vasantpur is a village situated in the Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamorshi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Vasantpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vasantpur is 539420. The village covers a total geographical area of 388.31 hectares and falls under the 442603 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Vasantpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vasantpur
As per Census 2011, Vasantpur village has a total population of 1,623 people, consisting of 792 males and 831 females. The village has 357 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,043 literate and 580 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vasantpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,623 | 792 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 100 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,043 | 567 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 580 | 225 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Vasantpur
Vasantpur 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 Vasantpur
Vasantpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Vasantpur is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vasantpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vasantpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vasantpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vasantpur 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Vasantpur
Where is Vasantpur located?
Vasantpur village is located in Chamorshi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vasantpur?
Vasantpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vasantpur?
The pincode of Vasantpur is 442603.
What is the population of Vasantpur?
Vasantpur has a total population of 1,623, including 792 males and 831 females.
How many households are there in Vasantpur?
There are 357 households in Vasantpur.
What is the literacy rate in Vasantpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vasantpur is 64.26%. Male literacy is 71.59% and female literacy is 57.28%.