Pachod - Arvi, Wardha
Pachod is a village situated in the Arvi tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arvi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Pachod village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pachod is 533671. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.38 hectares and falls under the 442302 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Pachod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pachod
According to the 2011 Census, Pachod village had a total population of 1,472 people, including 770 males and 702 females, living in 304 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.06%, with male literacy at 91.00% and female literacy at 69.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,472 | 770 | 702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 81 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,057 | 627 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 143 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Pachod
Pachod 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 Pachod
Pachod 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 Arvi to Pachod is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Pachod is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pachod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pachod 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 Pachod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pachod 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 Pachod
Where is Pachod located?
Pachod village is located in Arvi Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pachod?
Pachod is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pachod?
The pincode of Pachod is 442302.
What is the population of Pachod?
Pachod had a total population of 1,472, including 770 males and 702 females.
How many households are there in Pachod?
Pachod had 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pachod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pachod was 81.06%. Male literacy was 91.00% and female literacy was 69.92%.