Tigalgudam - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Tigalgudam 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 200 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Medaram Mal serves as the Village Panchayat for Tigalgudam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tigalgudam is 540056. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.62 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 200 km away.
Tigalgudam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tigalgudam
According to the 2011 Census, Tigalgudam village had a total population of 39 people, including 16 males and 23 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,438 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.50%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 52.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 39.
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 | 39 | 16 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 16 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 5 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Tigalgudam
Tigalgudam 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 Tigalgudam
Public transport in the Tigalgudam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballarpur to Tigalgudam is about 200 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Tigalgudam 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 Tigalgudam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tigalgudam 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tigalgudam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tigalgudam 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tigalgudam
Where is Tigalgudam located?
Tigalgudam village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Tigalgudam?
The Village Panchayat of Tigalgudam is Medaram Mal.
What is the pincode of Tigalgudam?
The pincode of Tigalgudam is 442504.
What is the population of Tigalgudam?
Tigalgudam had a total population of 39, including 16 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Tigalgudam?
Tigalgudam had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tigalgudam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tigalgudam was 62.50%. Male literacy was 73.33% and female literacy was 52.94%.