Rela - Bhamragad, Gadchiroli
Rela 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 221 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Madweli serves as the Village Panchayat for Rela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rela is 539800. The village covers a total geographical area of 357.11 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 221 km away.
Rela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rela
According to the 2011 Census, Rela village had a total population of 115 people, including 52 males and 63 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,212 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.35%, with male literacy at 58.70% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 105.
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 | 115 | 52 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 6 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 48 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 25 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Rela
Rela 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 Rela
Rela is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Rela is about 221 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rela 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rela
Where is Rela located?
Rela village is located in Bhamragad Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Rela?
The Village Panchayat of Rela is Madweli.
What is the pincode of Rela?
The pincode of Rela is 442710.
What is the population of Rela?
Rela had a total population of 115, including 52 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Rela?
Rela had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rela was 54.35%. Male literacy was 58.70% and female literacy was 50.00%.