Yelchil - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Yelchil is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Welgur S. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yelchil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yelchil is 539820. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.36 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 127 km away.
Yelchil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Yelchil
As per Census 2011, Yelchil village has a total population of 405 people, consisting of 221 males and 184 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 832 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 169 literate and 236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 344 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yelchil are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 405 | 221 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 187 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 107 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 114 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Yelchil
Yelchil 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 Yelchil
Yelchil 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 Yelchil is about 127 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Yelchil is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yelchil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yelchil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Yelchil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yelchil 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Yelchil
Where is Yelchil located?
Yelchil village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yelchil?
The Gram Panchayat of Yelchil is Welgur S..
What is the pincode of Yelchil?
The pincode of Yelchil is 442704.
What is the population of Yelchil?
Yelchil has a total population of 405, including 221 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Yelchil?
There are 87 households in Yelchil.
What is the literacy rate in Yelchil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yelchil is 41.73%. Male literacy is 48.42% and female literacy is 33.70%.