Irpundi - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Irpundi is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Tukum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Irpundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irpundi is 538995. The village covers a total geographical area of 667 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Irpundi 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 Irpundi
According to the 2011 Census, Irpundi village had a total population of 6 people, including 5 males and 1 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Irpundi
Irpundi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Todemasahat | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Bodin | South | 3.08 km |
| Muranda | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Munganer | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Ranwahi | North-East | 5.23 km |
| Yengaon | East | 5.36 km |
| Tukum | North-West | 5.51 km |
| Kandali | North | 5.73 km |
| Chavela | North | 5.77 km |
| Kharkadi | North | 6.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Irpundi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Irpundi. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.7 km.
| 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 Irpundi is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Irpundi is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Irpundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irpundi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Irpundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irpundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Irpundi
Where is Irpundi located?
Irpundi village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Irpundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Irpundi is Tukum.
What is the pincode of Irpundi?
The pincode of Irpundi is 442606.
What is the population of Irpundi?
Irpundi had a total population of 6, including 5 males and 1 females.
How many households are there in Irpundi?
Irpundi had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Irpundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irpundi was 50.00%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 0.00%.