Nangpur - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Nangpur is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Nangpur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nangpur is 538842. The village covers a total geographical area of 205 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Nangpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nangpur
According to the 2011 Census, Nangpur village had a total population of 312 people, including 155 males and 157 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.45%, with male literacy at 85.52% and female literacy at 71.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 207.
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 | 312 | 155 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 10 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 104 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 124 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 31 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Nangpur
Nangpur 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 Nangpur
Nangpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Nangpur is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Nangpur 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 Nangpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nangpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Nangpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nangpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nangpur
Where is Nangpur located?
Nangpur village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Nangpur?
Nangpur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nangpur?
The pincode of Nangpur is 441209.
What is the population of Nangpur?
Nangpur had a total population of 312, including 155 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Nangpur?
Nangpur had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nangpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nangpur was 78.45%. Male literacy was 85.52% and female literacy was 71.01%.