Charwahi - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Charwahi 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 39 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Katezari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charwahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charwahi is 538903. The village covers a total geographical area of 927.52 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Charwahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charwahi
According to the 2011 Census, Charwahi village had a total population of 155 people, including 83 males and 72 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.39%, with male literacy at 45.00% and female literacy at 30.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
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 | 155 | 83 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 83 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 56 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Charwahi
Charwahi 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 Charwahi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Charwahi.
| 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 Charwahi is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Charwahi is about 39 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 Charwahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charwahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Charwahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charwahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charwahi
Where is Charwahi located?
Charwahi village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charwahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Charwahi is Katezari.
What is the pincode of Charwahi?
The pincode of Charwahi is 441209.
What is the population of Charwahi?
Charwahi had a total population of 155, including 83 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Charwahi?
Charwahi had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charwahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charwahi was 38.39%. Male literacy was 45.00% and female literacy was 30.77%.