Medaram Chak - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Medaram Chak is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 198 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Medaram Mal serves as the Village Panchayat for Medaram Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medaram Chak is 540059. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.42 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 200 km away.
Medaram Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Medaram Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Medaram Chak village had a total population of 373 people, including 169 males and 204 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,207 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.70%, with male literacy at 75.16% and female literacy at 46.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
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 | 373 | 169 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 115 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 54 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Medaram Chak
Medaram 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 Medaram Chak
Medaram 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballarpur to Medaram Chak is about 200 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Medaram Chak is about 198 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 Medaram Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medaram 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Medaram 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 Medaram Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Medaram Chak
Where is Medaram Chak located?
Medaram Chak village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Medaram Chak?
The Village Panchayat of Medaram Chak is Medaram Mal.
What is the pincode of Medaram Chak?
The pincode of Medaram Chak is 442504.
What is the population of Medaram Chak?
Medaram Chak had a total population of 373, including 169 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Medaram Chak?
Medaram Chak had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Medaram Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medaram Chak was 59.70%. Male literacy was 75.16% and female literacy was 46.70%.