Shiwarajpur - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Shiwarajpur is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Nangpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shiwarajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiwarajpur is 538841. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.27 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Shiwarajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shiwarajpur
As per Census 2011, Shiwarajpur village has a total population of 144 people, consisting of 75 males and 69 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shiwarajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 68 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 7 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Shiwarajpur
Shiwarajpur 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 Shiwarajpur
Shiwarajpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 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 Shiwarajpur is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Shiwarajpur is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiwarajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiwarajpur 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 Shiwarajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiwarajpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Shiwarajpur
Where is Shiwarajpur located?
Shiwarajpur village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiwarajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiwarajpur is Nangpur.
What is the pincode of Shiwarajpur?
The pincode of Shiwarajpur is 441209.
What is the population of Shiwarajpur?
Shiwarajpur has a total population of 144, including 75 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Shiwarajpur?
There are 31 households in Shiwarajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shiwarajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiwarajpur is 76.39%. Male literacy is 90.67% and female literacy is 60.87%.