Salai Tola - Kurkheda, Gadchiroli
Salai Tola is a village situated in the Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurkheda and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Chandagad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salai Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salai Tola is 538690. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.12 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Salai Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salai Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Salai Tola village had a total population of 424 people, including 215 males and 209 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.13%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 68.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 413.
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 | 424 | 215 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 413 | 210 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 154 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 61 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Salai Tola
Salai Tola 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 Salai Tola
Salai Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Salai Tola is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Salai Tola is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salai Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salai Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salai Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salai Tola 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salai Tola
Where is Salai Tola located?
Salai Tola village is located in Kurkheda Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salai Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Salai Tola is Chandagad.
What is the pincode of Salai Tola?
The pincode of Salai Tola is 441209.
What is the population of Salai Tola?
Salai Tola had a total population of 424, including 215 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Salai Tola?
Salai Tola had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salai Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salai Tola was 75.13%. Male literacy was 81.48% and female literacy was 68.91%.