Sinsur - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Sinsur is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Mujalgondi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sinsur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sinsur is 538908. The village covers a total geographical area of 1121.04 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Sinsur 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 Sinsur
According to the 2011 Census, Sinsur village had a total population of 111 people, including 55 males and 56 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.02%, with male literacy at 81.40% and female literacy at 54.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 111.
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 | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 20 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Sinsur
Sinsur 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 Sinsur
Sinsur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Sinsur is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Sinsur is about 48 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 Sinsur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sinsur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sinsur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sinsur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sinsur
Where is Sinsur located?
Sinsur village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sinsur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sinsur is Mujalgondi.
What is the pincode of Sinsur?
The pincode of Sinsur is 442606.
What is the population of Sinsur?
Sinsur had a total population of 111, including 55 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Sinsur?
Sinsur had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sinsur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinsur was 67.02%. Male literacy was 81.40% and female literacy was 54.90%.