Shantigram - Mulchera, Gadchiroli
Shantigram is a village situated in the Mulchera tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mulchera and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Shantigram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shantigram is 539480. The village covers a total geographical area of 346.08 hectares and falls under the 442705 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Shantigram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shantigram
According to the 2011 Census, Shantigram village had a total population of 1,278 people, including 660 males and 618 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.76%, with male literacy at 83.42% and female literacy at 67.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,278 | 660 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 87 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 478 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 182 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Shantigram
Shantigram 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 Shantigram
Shantigram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shantigram is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shantigram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shantigram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shantigram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shantigram 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shantigram
Where is Shantigram located?
Shantigram village is located in Mulchera Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shantigram?
Shantigram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shantigram?
The pincode of Shantigram is 442705.
What is the population of Shantigram?
Shantigram had a total population of 1,278, including 660 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Shantigram?
Shantigram had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shantigram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shantigram was 75.76%. Male literacy was 83.42% and female literacy was 67.25%.