Depla - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Depla is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Bamanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Depla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Depla is 450768. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.56 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Depla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Depla
As per Census 2011, Depla village has a total population of 293 people, consisting of 147 males and 146 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 118 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 289 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Depla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 293 | 147 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 289 | 144 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 64 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 83 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Depla
Depla 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 Depla
Depla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhopalpattanam to Depla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Depla is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Depla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Depla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Depla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Depla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Depla
Where is Depla located?
Depla village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Depla?
The Gram Panchayat of Depla is Bamanpur.
What is the pincode of Depla?
The pincode of Depla is 494448.
What is the population of Depla?
Depla has a total population of 293, including 147 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Depla?
There are 63 households in Depla.
What is the literacy rate in Depla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Depla is 40.27%. Male literacy is 43.54% and female literacy is 36.99%.