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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Yellamal village had a total population of 874 people, including 439 males and 435 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.56%, with male literacy at 63.61% and female literacy at 53.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 874 | 439 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Yellamal?
The Village Panchayat of Yellamal is Narsinhapalli.
What is the pincode of Yellamal?
The pincode of Yellamal is 442504.
What is the population of Yellamal?
Yellamal had a total population of 874, including 439 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Yellamal?
Yellamal had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yellamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yellamal was 58.56%. Male literacy was 63.61% and female literacy was 53.62%.