Joganguda (Dechali) - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Joganguda (Dechali) is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Umanur S. serves as the Village Panchayat for Joganguda (Dechali) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joganguda (Dechali) is 539967. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.26 hectares and falls under the 442709 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 170 km away.
Joganguda (Dechali) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Joganguda (Dechali)
According to the 2011 Census, Joganguda (Dechali) village had a total population of 626 people, including 318 males and 308 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.80%, with male literacy at 71.16% and female literacy at 54.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 238, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 362.
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 | 626 | 318 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 51 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 128 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 362 | 175 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 190 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 128 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Joganguda (Dechali)
Joganguda (Dechali) 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 Joganguda (Dechali)
Joganguda (Dechali) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Joganguda (Dechali) is about 170 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joganguda (Dechali)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joganguda (Dechali) 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 Joganguda (Dechali)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joganguda (Dechali) 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 Joganguda (Dechali)
Where is Joganguda (Dechali) located?
Joganguda (Dechali) village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Joganguda (Dechali)?
The Village Panchayat of Joganguda (Dechali) is Umanur S..
What is the pincode of Joganguda (Dechali)?
The pincode of Joganguda (Dechali) is 442709.
What is the population of Joganguda (Dechali)?
Joganguda (Dechali) had a total population of 626, including 318 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Joganguda (Dechali)?
Joganguda (Dechali) had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joganguda (Dechali)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joganguda (Dechali) was 62.80%. Male literacy was 71.16% and female literacy was 54.48%.