Chitweli - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Chitweli is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Damrancha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitweli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitweli is 539929. The village covers a total geographical area of 913.7 hectares and falls under the 442709 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 180 km away.
Chitweli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chitweli
According to the 2011 Census, Chitweli village had a total population of 103 people, including 45 males and 58 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,289 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.68%, with male literacy at 21.05% and female literacy at 16.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 103.
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 | 103 | 45 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 45 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 37 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Chitweli
Chitweli 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 Chitweli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chitweli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Chitweli is about 180 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitweli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitweli 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 Chitweli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitweli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chitweli
Where is Chitweli located?
Chitweli village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitweli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitweli is Damrancha.
What is the pincode of Chitweli?
The pincode of Chitweli is 442709.
What is the population of Chitweli?
Chitweli had a total population of 103, including 45 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Chitweli?
Chitweli had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitweli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitweli was 18.68%. Male literacy was 21.05% and female literacy was 16.98%.