Gutekasa - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Gutekasa is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Satputi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gutekasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gutekasa is 538800. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.61 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 122 km away.
Gutekasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gutekasa
As per Census 2011, Gutekasa village has a total population of 791 people, consisting of 389 males and 402 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 679 literate and 112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 554 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gutekasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 791 | 389 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 554 | 266 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 679 | 344 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 45 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Gutekasa
Gutekasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandharapani | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Nawargaon (ghat) | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Korchi | West | 1.80 km |
| Kochinara | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Kale | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Pandharigota | East | 2.80 km |
| Satputi | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Bhimpur | North | 3.07 km |
| Phakanabhatti | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Jodtarai | South-West | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gutekasa
Gutekasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dewalgaon, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.6 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 Gutekasa is about 122 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Gutekasa 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 Gutekasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gutekasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gutekasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gutekasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gutekasa
Where is Gutekasa located?
Gutekasa village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gutekasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gutekasa is Satputi.
What is the pincode of Gutekasa?
The pincode of Gutekasa is 441209.
What is the population of Gutekasa?
Gutekasa has a total population of 791, including 389 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Gutekasa?
There are 109 households in Gutekasa.
What is the literacy rate in Gutekasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gutekasa is 85.84%. Male literacy is 88.43% and female literacy is 83.33%.