Pentipaka W.L. - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Pentipaka W.L. 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. Pentipaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pentipaka W.L. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pentipaka W.L. is 540115. The village covers a total geographical area of 338 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Warangal is the nearest town, located about 127 km away.
Pentipaka W.L. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pentipaka W.L.
As per Census 2011, Pentipaka W.L. village has a total population of 1,082 people, consisting of 553 males and 529 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 669 literate and 413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 182 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pentipaka W.L. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,082 | 553 | 529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 165 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 94 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 669 | 380 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 173 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Pentipaka W.L.
Pentipaka W.L. 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 W.L.
Pentipaka W.L. 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 Warangal to Pentipaka W.L. is about 127 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Pentipaka W.L. 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 W.L.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pentipaka W.L. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pentipaka W.L.
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 W.L. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pentipaka W.L.
Where is Pentipaka W.L. located?
Pentipaka W.L. village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pentipaka W.L.?
The Gram Panchayat of Pentipaka W.L. is Pentipaka.
What is the pincode of Pentipaka W.L.?
The pincode of Pentipaka W.L. is 442504.
What is the population of Pentipaka W.L.?
Pentipaka W.L. has a total population of 1,082, including 553 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in Pentipaka W.L.?
There are 283 households in Pentipaka W.L..
What is the literacy rate in Pentipaka W.L.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pentipaka W.L. is 61.83%. Male literacy is 68.72% and female literacy is 54.63%.