Pekin Mudza - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Pekin Mudza is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 78 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Paidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pekin Mudza village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pekin Mudza is 539057. The village covers a total geographical area of 353.86 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Pekin Mudza 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 Pekin Mudza
According to the 2011 Census, Pekin Mudza village had a total population of 575 people, including 300 males and 275 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.00%, with male literacy at 87.12% and female literacy at 66.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 575 | 300 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 49 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 230 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 70 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Pekin Mudza
Pekin Mudza 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 Pekin Mudza
Pekin Mudza is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Pekin Mudza is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Pekin Mudza is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pekin Mudza
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pekin Mudza village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pekin Mudza
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pekin Mudza 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pekin Mudza
Where is Pekin Mudza located?
Pekin Mudza village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pekin Mudza?
The Gram Panchayat of Pekin Mudza is Paidi.
What is the pincode of Pekin Mudza?
The pincode of Pekin Mudza is 442606.
What is the population of Pekin Mudza?
Pekin Mudza had a total population of 575, including 300 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Pekin Mudza?
Pekin Mudza had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pekin Mudza?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pekin Mudza was 77.00%. Male literacy was 87.12% and female literacy was 66.27%.