Geda - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Geda is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Geda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Geda is 539630. The village covers a total geographical area of 2298 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Geda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Geda
According to the 2011 Census, Geda village had a total population of 1,610 people, including 855 males and 755 females, living in 304 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.04%, with male literacy at 80.87% and female literacy at 64.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,114.
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 | 1,610 | 855 | 755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 71 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 40 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,114 | 601 | 513 |
| Literate Population | 1,073 | 634 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 221 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Geda
Geda 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 Geda
Geda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Geda is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Geda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Geda 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 Geda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Geda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Geda
Where is Geda located?
Geda village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Geda?
Geda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Geda?
The pincode of Geda is 442704.
What is the population of Geda?
Geda had a total population of 1,610, including 855 males and 755 females.
How many households are there in Geda?
Geda had 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Geda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Geda was 73.04%. Male literacy was 80.87% and female literacy was 64.09%.