Irikpal - Lohandiguda, Bastar
Irikpal is a village situated in the Lohandiguda tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohandiguda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jagdalpur. Neganar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Irikpal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irikpal is 449200. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.98 hectares and falls under the 494010 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Irikpal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Irikpal
According to the 2011 Census, Irikpal village had a total population of 478 people, including 236 males and 242 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.25%, with male literacy at 48.50% and female literacy at 26.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 321.
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 | 478 | 236 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 321 | 152 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 97 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 139 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Irikpal
Irikpal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Neganar | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Mandar | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Airmur | West | 2.75 km |
| Taragaon | East | 3.41 km |
| Kuthar | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Alnar | South | 4.02 km |
| Sadara | South | 4.06 km |
| Parapur | North | 4.32 km |
| Adwal | South-West | 4.78 km |
| Chhote Gumia Pal | West | 5.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Irikpal
Irikpal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Silak Jhori, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdalpur to Irikpal is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Irikpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irikpal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Irikpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irikpal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Irikpal
Where is Irikpal located?
Irikpal village is located in Lohandiguda Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Irikpal?
The Gram Panchayat of Irikpal is Neganar.
What is the pincode of Irikpal?
The pincode of Irikpal is 494010.
What is the population of Irikpal?
Irikpal had a total population of 478, including 236 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Irikpal?
Irikpal had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Irikpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irikpal was 37.25%. Male literacy was 48.50% and female literacy was 26.00%.