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
As per Census 2011, Dhorgatta village has a total population of 352 people, consisting of 172 males and 180 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 214 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 304 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhorgatta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 352 | 172 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| 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 has a total population of 352, including 172 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Dhorgatta?
There are 80 households in Dhorgatta.
What is the literacy rate in Dhorgatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhorgatta is 60.80%. Male literacy is 69.77% and female literacy is 52.22%.