Charvidand - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Charvidand is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 133 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Murkuti serves as the Village Panchayat for Charvidand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charvidand is 538754. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.2 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Charvidand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charvidand
According to the 2011 Census, Charvidand village had a total population of 171 people, including 87 males and 84 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.07%, with male literacy at 63.24% and female literacy at 44.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 171.
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 | 171 | 87 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 87 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 43 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 44 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Charvidand
Charvidand is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mayalghat | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Padiyal Jog | East | 3.41 km |
| Murkuti | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Lekurbodi | South | 5.43 km |
| Piparkhari | North-East | 5.50 km |
| Pendakodo | South | 5.53 km |
| Ambekhari | South-East | 5.54 km |
| Dabari | East | 5.85 km |
| Navezari | South-East | 6.10 km |
| Mangardoh | North-West | 6.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charvidand
Charvidand is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dewalgaon, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 km.
| 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 Desaiganj to Charvidand is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Charvidand is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charvidand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charvidand 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 Charvidand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charvidand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charvidand
Where is Charvidand located?
Charvidand village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Charvidand?
The Village Panchayat of Charvidand is Murkuti.
What is the pincode of Charvidand?
The pincode of Charvidand is 441209.
What is the population of Charvidand?
Charvidand had a total population of 171, including 87 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Charvidand?
Charvidand had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charvidand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charvidand was 54.07%. Male literacy was 63.24% and female literacy was 44.78%.