Gewardha - Kurkheda, Gadchiroli
Gewardha is a village situated in the Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurkheda and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Gewardha village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gewardha is 538616. The village covers a total geographical area of 3074.24 hectares and falls under the 441207 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gewardha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gewardha
According to the 2011 Census, Gewardha village had a total population of 1,771 people, including 903 males and 868 females, living in 453 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.54%, with male literacy at 90.14% and female literacy at 72.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 201, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 678.
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 | 1,771 | 903 | 868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 102 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 115 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 678 | 343 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 1,290 | 722 | 568 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 181 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Gewardha
Gewardha 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 Gewardha
Gewardha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gewardha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Desaiganj to Gewardha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Gewardha is about 72 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 Gewardha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gewardha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gewardha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gewardha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gewardha
Where is Gewardha located?
Gewardha village is located in Kurkheda Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gewardha?
Gewardha is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gewardha?
The pincode of Gewardha is 441207.
What is the population of Gewardha?
Gewardha had a total population of 1,771, including 903 males and 868 females.
How many households are there in Gewardha?
Gewardha had 453 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gewardha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gewardha was 81.54%. Male literacy was 90.14% and female literacy was 72.73%.