Reknar - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Reknar 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 108 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Chokhewada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Reknar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Reknar is 539519. The village covers a total geographical area of 1803 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 108 km away.
Reknar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Reknar
According to the 2011 Census, Reknar village had a total population of 365 people, including 190 males and 175 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.00%, with male literacy at 57.79% and female literacy at 47.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 364.
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 | 365 | 190 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 364 | 190 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 89 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 101 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Reknar
Reknar 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 Reknar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Reknar.
| 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 Reknar is about 108 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 Reknar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Reknar 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 Reknar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Reknar 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 Reknar
Where is Reknar located?
Reknar village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Reknar?
The Gram Panchayat of Reknar is Chokhewada.
What is the pincode of Reknar?
The pincode of Reknar is 442704.
What is the population of Reknar?
Reknar had a total population of 365, including 190 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Reknar?
Reknar had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Reknar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Reknar was 53.00%. Male literacy was 57.79% and female literacy was 47.95%.