Sindesur (Yerkad) - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Sindesur (Yerkad) is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Pannemara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sindesur (Yerkad) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sindesur (Yerkad) is 538929. The village covers a total geographical area of 1121 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Sindesur (Yerkad) 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 Sindesur (Yerkad)
As per Census 2011, Sindesur (Yerkad) village has a total population of 229 people, consisting of 122 males and 107 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 128 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 223 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sindesur (Yerkad) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 122 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 223 | 119 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 75 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 47 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Sindesur (Yerkad)
Sindesur (Yerkad) 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 Sindesur (Yerkad)
Sindesur (Yerkad) 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 >10 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 Sindesur (Yerkad) is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Sindesur (Yerkad) is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sindesur (Yerkad)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sindesur (Yerkad) 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sindesur (Yerkad)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sindesur (Yerkad) 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 Sindesur (Yerkad)
Where is Sindesur (Yerkad) located?
Sindesur (Yerkad) village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sindesur (Yerkad)?
The Gram Panchayat of Sindesur (Yerkad) is Pannemara.
What is the pincode of Sindesur (Yerkad)?
The pincode of Sindesur (Yerkad) is 442606.
What is the population of Sindesur (Yerkad)?
Sindesur (Yerkad) has a total population of 229, including 122 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Sindesur (Yerkad)?
There are 50 households in Sindesur (Yerkad).
What is the literacy rate in Sindesur (Yerkad)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sindesur (Yerkad) is 55.90%. Male literacy is 61.48% and female literacy is 49.53%.