Chilamtola - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Chilamtola is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Dawandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chilamtola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilamtola is 538818. The village covers a total geographical area of 215 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Chilamtola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chilamtola
As per Census 2011, Chilamtola village has a total population of 287 people, consisting of 134 males and 153 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,141 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 161 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 272 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chilamtola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 287 | 134 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 127 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 79 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 55 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Chilamtola
Chilamtola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajatola | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Dawandi | East | 2.03 km |
| Jodtarai | North | 2.19 km |
| Temli | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Tutekanhar | South | 2.69 km |
| Piparzora | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Mohagaon | North | 3.37 km |
| Kochinara | North | 3.50 km |
| Bedgaon | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Zankargondi | West | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chilamtola
Chilamtola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dewalgaon, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Desaiganj to Chilamtola is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Chilamtola is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilamtola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilamtola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chilamtola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilamtola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chilamtola
Where is Chilamtola located?
Chilamtola village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilamtola?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilamtola is Dawandi.
What is the pincode of Chilamtola?
The pincode of Chilamtola is 441209.
What is the population of Chilamtola?
Chilamtola has a total population of 287, including 134 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Chilamtola?
There are 61 households in Chilamtola.
What is the literacy rate in Chilamtola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilamtola is 56.10%. Male literacy is 58.96% and female literacy is 53.59%.