Kodigaon - Mulchera, Gadchiroli
Kodigaon is a village situated in the Mulchera tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mulchera and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Ambatpalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kodigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kodigaon is 539487. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.5 hectares and falls under the 442919 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 108 km away.
Kodigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kodigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kodigaon village had a total population of 521 people, including 275 males and 246 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.84%, with male literacy at 82.10% and female literacy at 64.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 367.
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 | 521 | 275 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 18 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 193 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 211 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 64 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Kodigaon
Kodigaon 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 Kodigaon
Kodigaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Kodigaon is about 108 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kodigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kodigaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kodigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kodigaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kodigaon
Where is Kodigaon located?
Kodigaon village is located in Mulchera Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kodigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kodigaon is Ambatpalli.
What is the pincode of Kodigaon?
The pincode of Kodigaon is 442919.
What is the population of Kodigaon?
Kodigaon had a total population of 521, including 275 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Kodigaon?
Kodigaon had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kodigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kodigaon was 73.84%. Male literacy was 82.10% and female literacy was 64.06%.