Yellamal - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Yellamal is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 210 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Narsinhapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yellamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yellamal is 540017. The village covers a total geographical area of 314 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 192 km away.
Yellamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Yellamal
As per Census 2011, Yellamal village has a total population of 874 people, consisting of 439 males and 435 females. The village has 258 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 465 literate and 409 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yellamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 874 | 439 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 250 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 189 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Yellamal
Yellamal 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 Yellamal
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Yellamal.
| 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 Ballarpur to Yellamal is about 192 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Yellamal is about 210 km, with the usual travel time around ~6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yellamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yellamal 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 Yellamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yellamal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Yellamal
Where is Yellamal located?
Yellamal village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yellamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Yellamal is Narsinhapalli.
What is the pincode of Yellamal?
The pincode of Yellamal is 442504.
What is the population of Yellamal?
Yellamal has a total population of 874, including 439 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Yellamal?
There are 258 households in Yellamal.
What is the literacy rate in Yellamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yellamal is 53.20%. Male literacy is 56.95% and female literacy is 49.43%.