Medhapur Urf Karka Waya - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Medhapur Urf Karka Waya is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Bamanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Medhapur Urf Karka Waya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medhapur Urf Karka Waya is 450767. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.74 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Medhapur Urf Karka Waya 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 Medhapur Urf Karka Waya
According to the 2011 Census, Medhapur Urf Karka Waya village had a total population of 229 people, including 112 males and 117 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.74%, with male literacy at 62.77% and female literacy at 46.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 229.
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 | 229 | 112 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 112 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 59 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 53 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Medhapur Urf Karka Waya
Medhapur Urf Karka Waya 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 Medhapur Urf Karka Waya
Medhapur Urf Karka Waya 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 >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 Medhapur Urf Karka Waya is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Medhapur Urf Karka Waya is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medhapur Urf Karka Waya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medhapur Urf Karka Waya 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Medhapur Urf Karka Waya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medhapur Urf Karka Waya 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 Medhapur Urf Karka Waya
Where is Medhapur Urf Karka Waya located?
Medhapur Urf Karka Waya village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medhapur Urf Karka Waya?
The Gram Panchayat of Medhapur Urf Karka Waya is Bamanpur.
What is the pincode of Medhapur Urf Karka Waya?
The pincode of Medhapur Urf Karka Waya is 494448.
What is the population of Medhapur Urf Karka Waya?
Medhapur Urf Karka Waya had a total population of 229, including 112 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Medhapur Urf Karka Waya?
Medhapur Urf Karka Waya had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Medhapur Urf Karka Waya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medhapur Urf Karka Waya was 54.74%. Male literacy was 62.77% and female literacy was 46.88%.