Shelda Tukum - Desaiganj (Vadasa), Gadchiroli
Shelda Tukum is a village situated in the Desaiganj (Vadasa) tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Desaiganj (vadasa) and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Shankarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shelda Tukum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelda Tukum is 538486. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.24 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode.
Shelda Tukum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Shelda Tukum
Shelda Tukum is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shelda Lambe | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Dongar Mendha | North | 2.49 km |
| Shankarpur | West | 2.51 km |
| Kalamgaon | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Pimpalgaon | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Potgaon | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Pendha | North | 4.24 km |
| Vihirgaon | South | 4.33 km |
| Umarzari | East | 4.67 km |
| Chop | North-West | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shelda Tukum
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shelda Tukum. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gadchiroli to Shelda Tukum is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelda Tukum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelda Tukum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shelda Tukum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shelda Tukum 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shelda Tukum
Where is Shelda Tukum located?
Shelda Tukum village is located in Desaiganj (Vadasa) Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelda Tukum?
The Gram Panchayat of Shelda Tukum is Shankarpur.
What is the pincode of Shelda Tukum?
The pincode of Shelda Tukum is 441209.