Golagudam Chak - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Golagudam Chak is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 231 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Golagudam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golagudam Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golagudam Chak is 540126. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.87 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Warangal is the nearest town, located about 139 km away.
Golagudam Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Golagudam Chak
As per Census 2011, Golagudam Chak village has a total population of 719 people, consisting of 356 males and 363 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 324 literate and 395 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 173 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golagudam Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 719 | 356 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 83 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 177 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 179 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Golagudam Chak
Golagudam Chak 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 Golagudam Chak
Public transport in the Golagudam Chak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Golagudam Chak is about 139 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Golagudam Chak is about 231 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golagudam Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golagudam Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Golagudam Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golagudam Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Golagudam Chak
Where is Golagudam Chak located?
Golagudam Chak village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golagudam Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Golagudam Chak is Golagudam.
What is the pincode of Golagudam Chak?
The pincode of Golagudam Chak is 442504.
What is the population of Golagudam Chak?
Golagudam Chak has a total population of 719, including 356 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Golagudam Chak?
There are 200 households in Golagudam Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Golagudam Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golagudam Chak is 45.06%. Male literacy is 49.72% and female literacy is 40.50%.