Laxmidevi Petha Chak - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Laxmidevi Petha 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 245 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Laxmidevipetha serves as the Village Panchayat for Laxmidevi Petha Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laxmidevi Petha Chak is 540123. The village covers a total geographical area of 704.27 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 263 km away.
Laxmidevi Petha Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Laxmidevi Petha Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Laxmidevi Petha Chak village had a total population of 422 people, including 203 males and 219 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.53%, with male literacy at 68.65% and female literacy at 48.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 178.
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 | 422 | 203 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 86 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 127 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 76 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Laxmidevi Petha Chak
Laxmidevi Petha 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 Laxmidevi Petha Chak
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Laxmidevi Petha Chak.
| 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 Ballarpur to Laxmidevi Petha Chak is about 263 km, with a usual travel time of around ~7.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Laxmidevi Petha Chak is about 245 km, with the usual travel time around ~7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laxmidevi Petha Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laxmidevi Petha Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Laxmidevi Petha 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 Laxmidevi Petha 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Laxmidevi Petha Chak
Where is Laxmidevi Petha Chak located?
Laxmidevi Petha Chak village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Laxmidevi Petha Chak?
The Village Panchayat of Laxmidevi Petha Chak is Laxmidevipetha.
What is the pincode of Laxmidevi Petha Chak?
The pincode of Laxmidevi Petha Chak is 442504.
What is the population of Laxmidevi Petha Chak?
Laxmidevi Petha Chak had a total population of 422, including 203 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Laxmidevi Petha Chak?
Laxmidevi Petha Chak had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laxmidevi Petha Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laxmidevi Petha Chak was 58.53%. Male literacy was 68.65% and female literacy was 48.98%.