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
As per Census 2011, Salai Tola village has a total population of 424 people, consisting of 215 males and 209 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 287 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 413 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salai Tola are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 424, including 215 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Salai Tola?
There are 104 households in Salai Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Salai Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salai Tola is 67.69%. Male literacy is 71.63% and female literacy is 63.64%.