Paurwel - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Paurwel 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. Michgaon (z.) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paurwel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paurwel is 539026. The village covers a total geographical area of 443.96 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Paurwel 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 Paurwel
According to the 2011 Census, Paurwel village had a total population of 114 people, including 55 males and 59 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.89%, with male literacy at 52.38% and female literacy at 45.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
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 | 114 | 55 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 55 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 33 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Paurwel
Paurwel 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 Paurwel
Paurwel is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Paurwel is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Paurwel 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 Paurwel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paurwel 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 Paurwel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paurwel 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 Paurwel
Where is Paurwel located?
Paurwel village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paurwel?
The Gram Panchayat of Paurwel is Michgaon (z.).
What is the pincode of Paurwel?
The pincode of Paurwel is 442606.
What is the population of Paurwel?
Paurwel had a total population of 114, including 55 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Paurwel?
Paurwel had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paurwel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paurwel was 48.89%. Male literacy was 52.38% and female literacy was 45.83%.