Gardewada - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Gardewada is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Gardewada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gardewada is 539597. The village covers a total geographical area of 1236.49 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 175 km away.
Gardewada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gardewada
According to the 2011 Census, Gardewada village had a total population of 636 people, including 333 males and 303 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.98%, with male literacy at 77.22% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 620.
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 | 636 | 333 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 620 | 323 | 297 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 217 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 116 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Gardewada
Gardewada 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 Gardewada
Gardewada 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 <5 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 Gardewada is about 175 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gardewada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gardewada 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gardewada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gardewada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gardewada
Where is Gardewada located?
Gardewada village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gardewada?
Gardewada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gardewada?
The pincode of Gardewada is 442704.
What is the population of Gardewada?
Gardewada had a total population of 636, including 333 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Gardewada?
Gardewada had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gardewada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gardewada was 66.98%. Male literacy was 77.22% and female literacy was 55.56%.