Garanji - Mulchera, Gadchiroli
Garanji is a village situated in the Mulchera tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mulchera and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Regadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garanji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garanji is 539432. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.48 hectares and falls under the 442703 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 132 km away.
Garanji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garanji
As per Census 2011, Garanji village has a total population of 228 people, consisting of 113 males and 115 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 107 literate and 121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 221 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garanji are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 228 | 113 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 110 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 66 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 47 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Garanji
Garanji 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 Garanji
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Garanji.
| 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 Gadchiroli to Garanji is about 132 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garanji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garanji 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garanji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garanji 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Garanji
Where is Garanji located?
Garanji village is located in Mulchera Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garanji?
The Gram Panchayat of Garanji is Regadi.
What is the pincode of Garanji?
The pincode of Garanji is 442703.
What is the population of Garanji?
Garanji has a total population of 228, including 113 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Garanji?
There are 50 households in Garanji.
What is the literacy rate in Garanji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garanji is 46.93%. Male literacy is 58.41% and female literacy is 35.65%.