Nadikuda - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Nadikuda is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 250 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Nadikuda village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nadikuda is 540145. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.22 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Mancherial is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Nadikuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nadikuda
According to the 2011 Census, Nadikuda village had a total population of 1,353 people, including 669 males and 684 females, living in 383 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.02%, with male literacy at 65.97% and female literacy at 46.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,279, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,353 | 669 | 684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 93 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,279 | 629 | 650 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 380 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 289 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Nadikuda
Nadikuda 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 Nadikuda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nadikuda.
| 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 Mancherial to Nadikuda is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Nadikuda is about 250 km, with the usual travel time around ~7.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nadikuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nadikuda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nadikuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nadikuda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nadikuda
Where is Nadikuda located?
Nadikuda village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Nadikuda?
Nadikuda is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nadikuda?
The pincode of Nadikuda is 442504.
What is the population of Nadikuda?
Nadikuda had a total population of 1,353, including 669 males and 684 females.
How many households are there in Nadikuda?
Nadikuda had 383 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nadikuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nadikuda was 56.02%. Male literacy was 65.97% and female literacy was 46.25%.