Bhurantola - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Bhurantola is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Nawargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhurantola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhurantola is 538972. The village covers a total geographical area of 429.46 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Bhurantola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhurantola
According to the 2011 Census, Bhurantola village had a total population of 174 people, including 93 males and 81 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.19%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 61.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 174.
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 | 174 | 93 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 93 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 66 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 27 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Bhurantola
Bhurantola 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 Bhurantola
Bhurantola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhurantola is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Bhurantola is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhurantola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhurantola 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 Bhurantola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhurantola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhurantola
Where is Bhurantola located?
Bhurantola village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhurantola?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhurantola is Nawargaon.
What is the pincode of Bhurantola?
The pincode of Bhurantola is 442606.
What is the population of Bhurantola?
Bhurantola had a total population of 174, including 93 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Bhurantola?
Bhurantola had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhurantola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhurantola was 72.19%. Male literacy was 81.48% and female literacy was 61.43%.