Mahkapal

Mahkapal is a village located in Darbha tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Darbha (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Kaknar is the gram panchayat of Mahkapal village.

Mahkapal has its own place in the vibrant Bastar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mahkapal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahkapal is 449601. The village spans a total geographical area of 153.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493551. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Mahkapal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Mahkapal

Below is a concise population overview of Mahkapal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 486 249 237
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 64 39 25
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 459 234 225
Literate Population 291 162 129
Illiterate Population 195 87 108

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahkapal village:

  • The total population of Mahkapal village is around 486, including approximately 249 males and 237 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 64 children aged 0–6 years in Mahkapal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mahkapal village has 459 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mahkapal village is about 59.88%, with male literacy at 65.06% and female literacy at 54.43%.
  • There are around 104 households in Mahkapal village.

Connectivity of Mahkapal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahkapal. As per the 2011 stats, Mahkapal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Mahkapal

Knowing the nearby villages of Mahkapal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahkapal.

Mader Konta Chidpal Chhotekadma Sedwa Koynar Kaknar Chhindbahar Gadamguda Keshapur Chingpal Lendra

Frequently Asked Questions about Mahkapal

Where is Mahkapal located?
Mahkapal village is situated in Darbha Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahkapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahkapal is Kaknar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mahkapal?
The pincode of Mahkapal is 493551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahkapal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahkapal is 486, with 249 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Mahkapal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahkapal village has a total of 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahkapal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahkapal is 59.88%. The male literacy rate is 65.06%, while the female literacy rate is 54.43%.