Vikaspalli - Chamorshi, Gadchiroli
Vikaspalli is a village situated in the Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamorshi and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Vikaspalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vikaspalli is 539407. The village covers a total geographical area of 819.96 hectares and falls under the 442604 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Vikaspalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vikaspalli
As per Census 2011, Vikaspalli village has a total population of 1,212 people, consisting of 632 males and 580 females. The village has 300 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 858 literate and 354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vikaspalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,212 | 632 | 580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 86 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 858 | 477 | 381 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 155 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Vikaspalli
Vikaspalli 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 Vikaspalli
Vikaspalli 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 Gadchiroli to Vikaspalli is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vikaspalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vikaspalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vikaspalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vikaspalli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vikaspalli
Where is Vikaspalli located?
Vikaspalli village is located in Chamorshi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vikaspalli?
Vikaspalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vikaspalli?
The pincode of Vikaspalli is 442604.
What is the population of Vikaspalli?
Vikaspalli has a total population of 1,212, including 632 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Vikaspalli?
There are 300 households in Vikaspalli.
What is the literacy rate in Vikaspalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vikaspalli is 70.79%. Male literacy is 75.47% and female literacy is 65.69%.