Mokela - Bhamragad, Gadchiroli
Mokela is a village situated in the Bhamragad tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhamragad and around 196 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Madweli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mokela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mokela is 539780. The village covers a total geographical area of 1401.23 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 196 km away.
Mokela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mokela
As per Census 2011, Mokela village has a total population of 170 people, consisting of 76 males and 94 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,236 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 168 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mokela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 170 | 76 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 76 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 45 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Mokela
Mokela 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 Mokela
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mokela.
| 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 Mokela is about 196 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mokela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mokela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mokela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mokela 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 Mokela
Where is Mokela located?
Mokela village is located in Bhamragad Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mokela?
The Gram Panchayat of Mokela is Madweli.
What is the pincode of Mokela?
The pincode of Mokela is 442710.
What is the population of Mokela?
Mokela has a total population of 170, including 76 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Mokela?
There are 40 households in Mokela.
What is the literacy rate in Mokela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mokela is 34.71%. Male literacy is 40.79% and female literacy is 29.79%.