Antargaon - Kurkheda, Gadchiroli
Antargaon is a village situated in the Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurkheda and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Antargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Antargaon is 538669. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.88 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Antargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Antargaon
As per Census 2011, Antargaon village has a total population of 615 people, consisting of 306 males and 309 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 453 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 251 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Antargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 615 | 306 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 33 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 121 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 453 | 252 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 54 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Antargaon
Antargaon 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 Antargaon
Antargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Antargaon is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Antargaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Antargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Antargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Antargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Antargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Antargaon
Where is Antargaon located?
Antargaon village is located in Kurkheda Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Antargaon?
Antargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Antargaon?
The pincode of Antargaon is 441209.
What is the population of Antargaon?
Antargaon has a total population of 615, including 306 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Antargaon?
There are 158 households in Antargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Antargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Antargaon is 73.66%. Male literacy is 82.35% and female literacy is 65.05%.