Tekala - Bhamragad, Gadchiroli
Tekala is a village situated in the Bhamragad tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhamragad and around 194 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Tekla serves as the Village Panchayat for Tekala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tekala is 539727. The village covers a total geographical area of 1469.34 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 194 km away.
Tekala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tekala
According to the 2011 Census, Tekala village had a total population of 270 people, including 139 males and 131 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.15%, with male literacy at 56.48% and female literacy at 36.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 270.
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 | 270 | 139 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 31 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 270 | 139 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 61 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 78 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Tekala
Tekala 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 Tekala
Tekala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Tekala is about 194 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tekala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tekala 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tekala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tekala 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 Tekala
Where is Tekala located?
Tekala village is located in Bhamragad Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Tekala?
The Village Panchayat of Tekala is Tekla.
What is the pincode of Tekala?
The pincode of Tekala is 442710.
What is the population of Tekala?
Tekala had a total population of 270, including 139 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Tekala?
Tekala had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tekala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tekala was 46.15%. Male literacy was 56.48% and female literacy was 36.28%.