Jafrabad Chak - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Jafrabad Chak is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 200 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Jafrabad serves as the Village Panchayat for Jafrabad Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jafrabad Chak is 540021. The village covers a total geographical area of 497.78 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Warangal is the nearest town, located about 143 km away.
Jafrabad Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jafrabad Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Jafrabad Chak village had a total population of 3,518 people, including 1,791 males and 1,727 females, living in 859 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.40%, with male literacy at 73.57% and female literacy at 56.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,549, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 291.
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 | 3,518 | 1,791 | 1,727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 179 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,549 | 779 | 770 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 150 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 2,066 | 1,186 | 880 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,452 | 605 | 847 |
Nearby Villages of Jafrabad Chak
Jafrabad 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 Jafrabad Chak
Jafrabad Chak 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warangal to Jafrabad Chak is about 143 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Jafrabad Chak 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 Jafrabad Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jafrabad Chak 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jafrabad 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 Jafrabad Chak 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jafrabad Chak
Where is Jafrabad Chak located?
Jafrabad Chak village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Jafrabad Chak?
The Village Panchayat of Jafrabad Chak is Jafrabad.
What is the pincode of Jafrabad Chak?
The pincode of Jafrabad Chak is 442504.
What is the population of Jafrabad Chak?
Jafrabad Chak had a total population of 3,518, including 1,791 males and 1,727 females.
How many households are there in Jafrabad Chak?
Jafrabad Chak had 859 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jafrabad Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jafrabad Chak was 65.40%. Male literacy was 73.57% and female literacy was 56.88%.