Charvidand - Kurkheda, Gadchiroli
Charvidand is a village situated in the Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurkheda and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Charvidand village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charvidand is 538729. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Charvidand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charvidand
According to the 2011 Census, Charvidand village had a total population of 537 people, including 277 males and 260 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.99%, with male literacy at 85.95% and female literacy at 69.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 466.
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 | 537 | 277 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 466 | 243 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 208 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 69 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Charvidand
Charvidand is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasarbodi | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Palapundi | East | 1.81 km |
| Dhanegaon | West | 2.31 km |
| Sindewahi | South | 2.42 km |
| Ubdali | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Malewada | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Yedaskuhi | East | 3.59 km |
| Khamtala | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Dameshwar | North-West | 3.93 km |
| Katalwada | North | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charvidand
Charvidand is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Desaiganj to Charvidand is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Charvidand is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charvidand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charvidand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Charvidand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charvidand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charvidand
Where is Charvidand located?
Charvidand village is located in Kurkheda Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Charvidand?
Charvidand is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charvidand?
The pincode of Charvidand is 441209.
What is the population of Charvidand?
Charvidand had a total population of 537, including 277 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Charvidand?
Charvidand had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charvidand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charvidand was 77.99%. Male literacy was 85.95% and female literacy was 69.47%.