Ragadandi - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Ragadandi is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Halewara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ragadandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ragadandi is 539572. The village covers a total geographical area of 617 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Ragadandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ragadandi
According to the 2011 Census, Ragadandi village had a total population of 174 people, including 89 males and 85 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.51%, with male literacy at 54.12% and female literacy at 34.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 174 | 89 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 88 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 46 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 43 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Ragadandi
Ragadandi 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 Ragadandi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ragadandi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ragadandi is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ragadandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ragadandi 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 Ragadandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ragadandi 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 Ragadandi
Where is Ragadandi located?
Ragadandi village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ragadandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ragadandi is Halewara.
What is the pincode of Ragadandi?
The pincode of Ragadandi is 442704.
What is the population of Ragadandi?
Ragadandi had a total population of 174, including 89 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Ragadandi?
Ragadandi had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ragadandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ragadandi was 44.51%. Male literacy was 54.12% and female literacy was 34.18%.