Antargaon - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Antargaon is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kosami No.2 serves as the Village Panchayat for Antargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Antargaon is 538835. The village covers a total geographical area of 955 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 104 km away.
Antargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Antargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Antargaon village had a total population of 509 people, including 249 males and 260 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.25%, with male literacy at 81.57% and female literacy at 57.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 361.
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 | 509 | 249 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 361 | 179 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 177 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 72 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Antargaon
Antargaon 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 Antargaon
Antargaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Desaiganj to Antargaon is about 104 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Antargaon is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Antargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Antargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Antargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Antargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Antargaon
Where is Antargaon located?
Antargaon village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Antargaon?
The Village Panchayat of Antargaon is Kosami No.2.
What is the pincode of Antargaon?
The pincode of Antargaon is 441209.
What is the population of Antargaon?
Antargaon had a total population of 509, including 249 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Antargaon?
Antargaon had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Antargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Antargaon was 69.25%. Male literacy was 81.57% and female literacy was 57.21%.