Gatta - Mulchera, Gadchiroli
Gatta is a village situated in the Mulchera tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mulchera and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Dewada serves as the Village Panchayat for Gatta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gatta is 539438. The village covers a total geographical area of 404 hectares and falls under the 442919 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Gatta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gatta
According to the 2011 Census, Gatta village had a total population of 107 people, including 55 males and 52 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.35%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 106.
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 | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 54 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 15 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Gatta
Gatta 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 Gatta
Public transport in the Gatta is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gadchiroli to Gatta is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gatta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gatta 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 Gatta
Where is Gatta located?
Gatta village is located in Mulchera Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gatta?
The Village Panchayat of Gatta is Dewada.
What is the pincode of Gatta?
The pincode of Gatta is 442919.
What is the population of Gatta?
Gatta had a total population of 107, including 55 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Gatta?
Gatta had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gatta was 79.35%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 75.00%.