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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Shiwarajpur village had a total population of 144 people, including 75 males and 69 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 98.55% and female literacy at 68.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Shiwarajpur?
The Village Panchayat of Shiwarajpur is Nangpur.
What is the pincode of Shiwarajpur?
The pincode of Shiwarajpur is 441209.
What is the population of Shiwarajpur?
Shiwarajpur had a total population of 144, including 75 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Shiwarajpur?
Shiwarajpur had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shiwarajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiwarajpur was 84.62%. Male literacy was 98.55% and female literacy was 68.85%.