Parsewada - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Parsewada is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 200 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Parsewada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsewada is 540010. The village covers a total geographical area of 186 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 185 km away.
Parsewada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parsewada
As per Census 2011, Parsewada village has a total population of 598 people, consisting of 338 males and 260 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 769 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 468 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 519 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parsewada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 598 | 338 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 519 | 299 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 282 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 56 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Parsewada
Parsewada 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 Parsewada
Public transport in the Parsewada 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 Parsewada is about 185 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Parsewada is about 200 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 Parsewada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parsewada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Parsewada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parsewada 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parsewada
Where is Parsewada located?
Parsewada village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsewada?
Parsewada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parsewada?
The pincode of Parsewada is 442504.
What is the population of Parsewada?
Parsewada has a total population of 598, including 338 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Parsewada?
There are 91 households in Parsewada.
What is the literacy rate in Parsewada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsewada is 78.26%. Male literacy is 83.43% and female literacy is 71.54%.