Pentipaka Chak - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Pentipaka Chak is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 241 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Tumnur Mal serves as the Village Panchayat for Pentipaka Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pentipaka Chak is 540118. The village covers a total geographical area of 746 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Warangal is the nearest town, located about 127 km away.
Pentipaka Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pentipaka Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Pentipaka Chak village had a total population of 424 people, including 211 males and 213 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.63%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 52.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 124, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 122.
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 | 424 | 211 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 59 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 126 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 85 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Pentipaka Chak
Pentipaka 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 Pentipaka Chak
Public transport in the Pentipaka Chak 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 Warangal to Pentipaka Chak is about 127 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Pentipaka Chak is about 241 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pentipaka Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pentipaka Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Pentipaka 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 Pentipaka Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pentipaka Chak
Where is Pentipaka Chak located?
Pentipaka Chak village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pentipaka Chak?
The Village Panchayat of Pentipaka Chak is Tumnur Mal.
What is the pincode of Pentipaka Chak?
The pincode of Pentipaka Chak is 442504.
What is the population of Pentipaka Chak?
Pentipaka Chak had a total population of 424, including 211 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Pentipaka Chak?
Pentipaka Chak had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pentipaka Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pentipaka Chak was 59.63%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 52.63%.