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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Medaram Chak village has a total population of 373 people, consisting of 169 males and 204 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 1,207 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 200 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medaram Chak are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Medaram Chak?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 373, including 169 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Medaram Chak?
There are 110 households in Medaram Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Medaram Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medaram Chak is 53.62%. Male literacy is 68.05% and female literacy is 41.67%.