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
According to the 2011 Census, Garanji village had a total population of 228 people, including 113 males and 115 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.71%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 39.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 221.
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 | 228 | 113 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 228, including 113 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Garanji?
Garanji had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garanji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garanji was 52.71%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 39.42%.