Glassfordpetha - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Glassfordpetha is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 200 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Vyenkatapur serves as the Village Panchayat for Glassfordpetha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Glassfordpetha is 540034. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.57 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Warangal is the nearest town, located about 155 km away.
Glassfordpetha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Glassfordpetha
According to the 2011 Census, Glassfordpetha village had a total population of 900 people, including 453 males and 447 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.39%, with male literacy at 84.56% and female literacy at 60.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 683, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 900 | 453 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 339 | 344 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 569 | 334 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 119 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Glassfordpetha
Glassfordpetha 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 Glassfordpetha
Glassfordpetha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warangal to Glassfordpetha is about 155 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Glassfordpetha is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Glassfordpetha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Glassfordpetha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Glassfordpetha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Glassfordpetha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Glassfordpetha
Where is Glassfordpetha located?
Glassfordpetha village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Glassfordpetha?
The Village Panchayat of Glassfordpetha is Vyenkatapur.
What is the pincode of Glassfordpetha?
The pincode of Glassfordpetha is 442504.
What is the population of Glassfordpetha?
Glassfordpetha had a total population of 900, including 453 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Glassfordpetha?
Glassfordpetha had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Glassfordpetha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Glassfordpetha was 72.39%. Male literacy was 84.56% and female literacy was 60.10%.