Dhorgatta - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Dhorgatta is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Pendhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhorgatta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhorgatta is 539068. The village covers a total geographical area of 329 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Dhorgatta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhorgatta
According to the 2011 Census, Dhorgatta village had a total population of 352 people, including 172 males and 180 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.72%, with male literacy at 77.42% and female literacy at 58.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 304.
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 | 352 | 172 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 145 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 120 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 52 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Dhorgatta
Dhorgatta 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 Dhorgatta
Public transport in the Dhorgatta is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Dhorgatta is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Dhorgatta is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhorgatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhorgatta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhorgatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhorgatta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dhorgatta
Where is Dhorgatta located?
Dhorgatta village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhorgatta?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhorgatta is Pendhari.
What is the pincode of Dhorgatta?
The pincode of Dhorgatta is 442606.
What is the population of Dhorgatta?
Dhorgatta had a total population of 352, including 172 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Dhorgatta?
Dhorgatta had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhorgatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhorgatta was 67.72%. Male literacy was 77.42% and female literacy was 58.39%.