Chotimade - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Chotimade is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kosami No.2 serves as the Village Panchayat for Chotimade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chotimade is 538832. The village covers a total geographical area of 165 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Chotimade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chotimade
According to the 2011 Census, Chotimade village had a total population of 108 people, including 59 males and 49 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 831 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.76%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 38.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 96.
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 | 108 | 59 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 53 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 34 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 25 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Chotimade
Chotimade 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 Chotimade
Chotimade is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Desaiganj to Chotimade is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Chotimade is about 120 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 Chotimade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chotimade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chotimade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chotimade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chotimade
Where is Chotimade located?
Chotimade village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chotimade?
The Village Panchayat of Chotimade is Kosami No.2.
What is the pincode of Chotimade?
The pincode of Chotimade is 441209.
What is the population of Chotimade?
Chotimade had a total population of 108, including 59 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Chotimade?
Chotimade had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chotimade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chotimade was 53.76%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 38.10%.