Chirchadi - Kurkheda, Gadchiroli
Chirchadi is a village situated in the Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurkheda and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Chirchadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirchadi is 538681. The village covers a total geographical area of 385.57 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Chirchadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chirchadi
According to the 2011 Census, Chirchadi village had a total population of 699 people, including 359 males and 340 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.33%, with male literacy at 92.77% and female literacy at 79.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 533.
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 | 699 | 359 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 533 | 277 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 295 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 64 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Chirchadi
Chirchadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Laxmipur | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Sonpur | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Bhategaon | East | 2.53 km |
| Hetinagar | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Lendhari | North | 2.87 km |
| Bhimanpayli | West | 3.37 km |
| Yedapur | South-East | 3.46 km |
| Chikhaldhokada | North-East | 4.18 km |
| Purada | East | 4.60 km |
| Warvi | South-East | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chirchadi
Chirchadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Desaiganj to Chirchadi is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Chirchadi is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chirchadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirchadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chirchadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirchadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chirchadi
Where is Chirchadi located?
Chirchadi village is located in Kurkheda Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chirchadi?
Chirchadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chirchadi?
The pincode of Chirchadi is 441209.
What is the population of Chirchadi?
Chirchadi had a total population of 699, including 359 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Chirchadi?
Chirchadi had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chirchadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirchadi was 86.33%. Male literacy was 92.77% and female literacy was 79.74%.