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
As per Census 2011, Sinsur village has a total population of 111 people, consisting of 55 males and 56 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 63 literate and 48 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sinsur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| 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 has a total population of 111, including 55 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Sinsur?
There are 26 households in Sinsur.
What is the literacy rate in Sinsur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinsur is 56.76%. Male literacy is 63.64% and female literacy is 50.00%.