Dhamaditola - Kurkheda, Gadchiroli
Dhamaditola is a village situated in the Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurkheda and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Nanhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhamaditola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamaditola is 538612. The village covers a total geographical area of 721.1 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Dhamaditola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhamaditola
As per Census 2011, Dhamaditola village has a total population of 1,784 people, consisting of 918 males and 866 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 226 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,271 literate and 513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,517 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhamaditola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,784 | 918 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 127 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,517 | 786 | 731 |
| Literate Population | 1,271 | 724 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 194 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamaditola
Dhamaditola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nanhi | West | 1.10 km |
| Kumbhitola | South | 2.34 km |
| Anjantola | North | 2.42 km |
| Talegaon | East | 2.71 km |
| Chikhali | West | 2.94 km |
| Chichtola | West | 3.40 km |
| Janbhur Kheda | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Wadegaon | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Maldugi | South | 4.03 km |
| Wagheda | South-West | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhamaditola
Public transport in the Dhamaditola is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arunnagar, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dhamaditola is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Dhamaditola is about 82 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 Dhamaditola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamaditola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhamaditola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamaditola 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhamaditola
Where is Dhamaditola located?
Dhamaditola village is located in Kurkheda Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhamaditola?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhamaditola is Nanhi.
What is the pincode of Dhamaditola?
The pincode of Dhamaditola is 441209.
What is the population of Dhamaditola?
Dhamaditola has a total population of 1,784, including 918 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Dhamaditola?
There are 350 households in Dhamaditola.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamaditola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamaditola is 71.24%. Male literacy is 78.87% and female literacy is 63.16%.