Udegaon - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Udegaon is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Girola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udegaon is 539001. The village covers a total geographical area of 641.77 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Udegaon 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 Udegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Udegaon village had a total population of 333 people, including 172 males and 161 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.37%, with male literacy at 82.78% and female literacy at 53.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 313.
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 | 333 | 172 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 313 | 162 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 125 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 47 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Udegaon
Udegaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Singapur | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Pandharsada | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Kudakwahi | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Khursa | West | 3.21 km |
| Chatgaon | South | 3.59 km |
| Paraswadi | East | 3.68 km |
| Palandur | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Gujanwadi | North | 4.36 km |
| Dudhamala | East | 5.01 km |
| Sawargaon | South-West | 5.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udegaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Udegaon. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.6 km.
| 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 Udegaon is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Udegaon is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udegaon 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 Udegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udegaon 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 Udegaon
Where is Udegaon located?
Udegaon village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Udegaon is Girola.
What is the pincode of Udegaon?
The pincode of Udegaon is 442606.
What is the population of Udegaon?
Udegaon had a total population of 333, including 172 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Udegaon?
Udegaon had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udegaon was 68.37%. Male literacy was 82.78% and female literacy was 53.15%.