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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Pirmeda village has a total population of 559 people, consisting of 294 males and 265 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 308 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 298 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 161 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pirmeda are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Pirmeda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pirmeda is Parsewada.
What is the pincode of Pirmeda?
The pincode of Pirmeda is 442504.
What is the population of Pirmeda?
Pirmeda has a total population of 559, including 294 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Pirmeda?
There are 145 households in Pirmeda.
What is the literacy rate in Pirmeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pirmeda is 55.10%. Male literacy is 62.93% and female literacy is 46.42%.