Kameli - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Kameli is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Sonpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kameli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kameli is 538854. The village covers a total geographical area of 456 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 108 km away.
Kameli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kameli
As per Census 2011, Kameli village has a total population of 167 people, consisting of 70 males and 97 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 1,385 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 156 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kameli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 167 | 70 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 7 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 66 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 28 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Kameli
Kameli 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 Kameli
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kameli.
| 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 Desaiganj to Kameli is about 108 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Kameli is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kameli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kameli 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 Kameli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kameli 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 Kameli
Where is Kameli located?
Kameli village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kameli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kameli is Sonpur.
What is the pincode of Kameli?
The pincode of Kameli is 441209.
What is the population of Kameli?
Kameli has a total population of 167, including 70 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Kameli?
There are 38 households in Kameli.
What is the literacy rate in Kameli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kameli is 47.31%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 38.14%.