Irthal - Darwha, Yavatmal
Irthal is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Irthal village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irthal is 542554. The village covers a total geographical area of 552.8 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Irthal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Irthal
According to the 2011 Census, Irthal village had a total population of 1,250 people, including 651 males and 599 females, living in 303 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.86%, with male literacy at 87.41% and female literacy at 69.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 1,250 | 651 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 87 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 858 | 493 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 158 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Irthal
Irthal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolwai | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Bhulai | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Ghatkinhi | East | 3.13 km |
| Bhandegaon | West | 3.88 km |
| Bhopapur | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Talegaon | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Dhulapur | South | 4.39 km |
| Chikhali | North-West | 4.68 km |
| Ishrampur | North-East | 4.91 km |
| Husanapur | South-East | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Irthal
Irthal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darwha to Irthal is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Irthal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Irthal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irthal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Irthal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irthal 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 Irthal
Where is Irthal located?
Irthal village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Irthal?
Irthal is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Irthal?
The pincode of Irthal is 445202.
What is the population of Irthal?
Irthal had a total population of 1,250, including 651 males and 599 females.
How many households are there in Irthal?
Irthal had 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Irthal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irthal was 78.86%. Male literacy was 87.41% and female literacy was 69.66%.