Cichoda - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Cichoda is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Chichoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cichoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cichoda is 539074. The village covers a total geographical area of 457.61 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Cichoda 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 Cichoda
As per Census 2011, Cichoda village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 124 males and 126 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 139 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cichoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 124 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 76 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 48 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Cichoda
Cichoda 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 Cichoda
Cichoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Cichoda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Cichoda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cichoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cichoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Cichoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cichoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Cichoda
Where is Cichoda located?
Cichoda village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cichoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Cichoda is Chichoda.
What is the pincode of Cichoda?
The pincode of Cichoda is 442606.
What is the population of Cichoda?
Cichoda has a total population of 250, including 124 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Cichoda?
There are 50 households in Cichoda.
What is the literacy rate in Cichoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cichoda is 55.60%. Male literacy is 61.29% and female literacy is 50.00%.