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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Nadikuda village has a total population of 1,353 people, consisting of 669 males and 684 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 651 literate and 702 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,279 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nadikuda are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Nadikuda?
Nadikuda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nadikuda?
The pincode of Nadikuda is 442504.
What is the population of Nadikuda?
Nadikuda has a total population of 1,353, including 669 males and 684 females.
How many households are there in Nadikuda?
There are 383 households in Nadikuda.
What is the literacy rate in Nadikuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nadikuda is 48.12%. Male literacy is 56.80% and female literacy is 39.62%.