Gajegaon - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Gajegaon is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Nangpur serves as the Village Panchayat for Gajegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajegaon is 538840. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.09 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Gajegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gajegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gajegaon village had a total population of 102 people, including 47 males and 55 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,170 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.29%, with male literacy at 75.61% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 102 | 47 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 47 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 16 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Gajegaon
Gajegaon 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 Gajegaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gajegaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Desaiganj to Gajegaon is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Gajegaon is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gajegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gajegaon
Where is Gajegaon located?
Gajegaon village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gajegaon?
The Village Panchayat of Gajegaon is Nangpur.
What is the pincode of Gajegaon?
The pincode of Gajegaon is 441209.
What is the population of Gajegaon?
Gajegaon had a total population of 102, including 47 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Gajegaon?
Gajegaon had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gajegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajegaon was 66.29%. Male literacy was 75.61% and female literacy was 58.33%.