Shikaritola - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Shikaritola is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kotra serves as the Village Panchayat for Shikaritola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikaritola is 538740. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.19 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Shikaritola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shikaritola
According to the 2011 Census, Shikaritola village had a total population of 199 people, including 98 males and 101 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.32%, with male literacy at 78.16% and female literacy at 60.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 195.
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 | 199 | 98 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 96 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 68 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 30 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Shikaritola
Shikaritola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaimul | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Hitapadi | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Hetalkasa | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Bogatola | East | 2.39 km |
| Sawali | West | 3.18 km |
| Khurshipar | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Mispiri | North | 3.75 km |
| Nandali | South | 3.78 km |
| Kolupadi Kasa | East | 4.45 km |
| Mahaka | North-East | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shikaritola
Shikaritola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dewalgaon, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.0 km.
| 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 Shikaritola is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Shikaritola is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shikaritola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shikaritola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shikaritola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shikaritola 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shikaritola
Where is Shikaritola located?
Shikaritola village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shikaritola?
The Village Panchayat of Shikaritola is Kotra.
What is the pincode of Shikaritola?
The pincode of Shikaritola is 441209.
What is the population of Shikaritola?
Shikaritola had a total population of 199, including 98 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Shikaritola?
Shikaritola had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikaritola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikaritola was 69.32%. Male literacy was 78.16% and female literacy was 60.67%.