Kale - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Kale is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Satputi serves as the Village Panchayat for Kale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kale is 538793. The village covers a total geographical area of 411.01 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Kale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kale
According to the 2011 Census, Kale village had a total population of 203 people, including 97 males and 106 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.48%, with male literacy at 73.86% and female literacy at 59.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 203.
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 | 203 | 97 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 97 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 65 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 32 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Kale
Kale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandharigota | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Zaparagad | East | 1.81 km |
| Bhimpur | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Kumkot | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Pandharapani | South | 2.18 km |
| Mundipar | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Gutekasa | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Nawargaon (ghat) | West | 3.00 km |
| Sohale | North | 3.09 km |
| Tekabedad | East | 3.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kale
Kale is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dewalgaon, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.0 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 Kale is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Kale 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 Kale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kale 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 Kale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kale 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 Kale
Where is Kale located?
Kale village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kale?
The Village Panchayat of Kale is Satputi.
What is the pincode of Kale?
The pincode of Kale is 441209.
What is the population of Kale?
Kale had a total population of 203, including 97 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Kale?
Kale had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kale was 66.48%. Male literacy was 73.86% and female literacy was 59.34%.