Gatta - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Gatta is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Gatta village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gatta is 539076. The village covers a total geographical area of 977.37 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Gatta 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 Gatta
According to the 2011 Census, Gatta village had a total population of 1,081 people, including 613 males and 468 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 763 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.75%, with male literacy at 91.23% and female literacy at 83.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 781.
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 | 1,081 | 613 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 781 | 410 | 371 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 520 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 93 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Gatta
Gatta 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 Gatta
Gatta 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 Gatta is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Gatta is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gatta 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 Gatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gatta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gatta
Where is Gatta located?
Gatta village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gatta?
Gatta is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gatta?
The pincode of Gatta is 442606.
What is the population of Gatta?
Gatta had a total population of 1,081, including 613 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Gatta?
Gatta had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gatta was 87.75%. Male literacy was 91.23% and female literacy was 83.01%.