Gumalkonda Patch - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Gumalkonda Patch is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 240 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Gumalkonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gumalkonda Patch village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gumalkonda Patch is 540132. The village covers a total geographical area of 814.28 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Mancherial is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Gumalkonda Patch village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gumalkonda Patch
As per Census 2011, Gumalkonda Patch village has a total population of 421 people, consisting of 212 males and 209 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 246 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 344 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gumalkonda Patch are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 421 | 212 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 174 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 145 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 67 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Gumalkonda Patch
Gumalkonda Patch 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 Gumalkonda Patch
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gumalkonda Patch.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Mancherial to Gumalkonda Patch is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Gumalkonda Patch is about 240 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gumalkonda Patch
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gumalkonda Patch 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gumalkonda Patch
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gumalkonda Patch 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gumalkonda Patch
Where is Gumalkonda Patch located?
Gumalkonda Patch village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gumalkonda Patch?
The Gram Panchayat of Gumalkonda Patch is Gumalkonda.
What is the pincode of Gumalkonda Patch?
The pincode of Gumalkonda Patch is 442504.
What is the population of Gumalkonda Patch?
Gumalkonda Patch has a total population of 421, including 212 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Gumalkonda Patch?
There are 110 households in Gumalkonda Patch.
What is the literacy rate in Gumalkonda Patch?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gumalkonda Patch is 58.43%. Male literacy is 68.40% and female literacy is 48.33%.