Paidi - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Paidi is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kotami serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paidi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paidi is 539520. The village covers a total geographical area of 1620.97 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 107 km away.
Paidi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paidi
As per Census 2011, Paidi village has a total population of 217 people, consisting of 102 males and 115 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,127 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 206 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paidi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 217 | 102 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 99 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 44 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 58 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Paidi
Paidi 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 Paidi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Paidi.
| 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 Paidi is about 107 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paidi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paidi 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 Paidi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paidi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paidi
Where is Paidi located?
Paidi village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paidi?
The Gram Panchayat of Paidi is Kotami.
What is the pincode of Paidi?
The pincode of Paidi is 442704.
What is the population of Paidi?
Paidi has a total population of 217, including 102 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Paidi?
There are 33 households in Paidi.
What is the literacy rate in Paidi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paidi is 32.72%. Male literacy is 43.14% and female literacy is 23.48%.