Hetalkasa - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Hetalkasa is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Nagulwahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hetalkasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hetalkasa is 539584. The village covers a total geographical area of 708.35 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 136 km away.
Hetalkasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hetalkasa
According to the 2011 Census, Hetalkasa village had a total population of 168 people, including 82 males and 86 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.24%, with male literacy at 55.22% and female literacy at 43.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 168 | 82 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 82 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 45 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Hetalkasa
Hetalkasa 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 Hetalkasa
Hetalkasa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Hetalkasa is about 136 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hetalkasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hetalkasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hetalkasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hetalkasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hetalkasa
Where is Hetalkasa located?
Hetalkasa village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hetalkasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Hetalkasa is Nagulwahi.
What is the pincode of Hetalkasa?
The pincode of Hetalkasa is 442704.
What is the population of Hetalkasa?
Hetalkasa had a total population of 168, including 82 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Hetalkasa?
Hetalkasa had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hetalkasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hetalkasa was 49.24%. Male literacy was 55.22% and female literacy was 43.08%.