Kachler - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Kachler is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Halewara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachler village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachler is 539571. The village covers a total geographical area of 960.48 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Kachler village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kachler
According to the 2011 Census, Kachler village had a total population of 580 people, including 291 males and 289 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.56%, with male literacy at 47.01% and female literacy at 32.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 549.
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 | 580 | 291 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 549 | 275 | 274 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 118 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 173 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Kachler
Kachler 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 Kachler
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kachler.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kachler is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachler
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachler 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 Kachler
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachler 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 Kachler
Where is Kachler located?
Kachler village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachler?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachler is Halewara.
What is the pincode of Kachler?
The pincode of Kachler is 442704.
What is the population of Kachler?
Kachler had a total population of 580, including 291 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Kachler?
Kachler had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kachler?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachler was 39.56%. Male literacy was 47.01% and female literacy was 32.14%.