Pirmeda - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Pirmeda 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 serves as the Village Panchayat for Pirmeda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pirmeda is 540012. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 185 km away.
Pirmeda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pirmeda
According to the 2011 Census, Pirmeda village had a total population of 559 people, including 294 males and 265 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.99%, with male literacy at 70.34% and female literacy at 50.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 298, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 161.
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 | 559 | 294 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 158 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 87 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 185 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 109 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Pirmeda
Pirmeda 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 Pirmeda
Pirmeda 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 Ballarpur to Pirmeda is about 185 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Pirmeda 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 Pirmeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pirmeda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pirmeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pirmeda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pirmeda
Where is Pirmeda located?
Pirmeda village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pirmeda?
The Village Panchayat of Pirmeda is Parsewada.
What is the pincode of Pirmeda?
The pincode of Pirmeda is 442504.
What is the population of Pirmeda?
Pirmeda had a total population of 559, including 294 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Pirmeda?
Pirmeda had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pirmeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pirmeda was 60.99%. Male literacy was 70.34% and female literacy was 50.83%.