Palse Gundi - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Palse Gundi is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Edapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palse Gundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palse Gundi is 450692. The village covers a total geographical area of 1622.05 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Palse Gundi 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 Palse Gundi
According to the 2011 Census, Palse Gundi village had a total population of 145 people, including 78 males and 67 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.67%, with male literacy at 78.46% and female literacy at 30.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 145.
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 | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 51 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 27 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Palse Gundi
Palse Gundi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Adepalli | South | 3.24 km |
| Kokera | North-West | 4.58 km |
| Gartul | West | 4.70 km |
| Gunda Puri | East | 5.80 km |
| Irpagutta | South | 6.56 km |
| Arepalli | South-West | 7.51 km |
| Uskameta | North | 7.63 km |
| Phandiwaya | North-West | 7.76 km |
| Sandra | West | 8.36 km |
| Chhotekakler | South | 8.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palse Gundi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Palse Gundi. The nearest railway station is Kamalur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 128.6 km.
| 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 Palse Gundi is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Palse Gundi is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palse Gundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palse Gundi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Palse Gundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palse Gundi 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 Palse Gundi
Where is Palse Gundi located?
Palse Gundi village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palse Gundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Palse Gundi is Edapalli.
What is the pincode of Palse Gundi?
The pincode of Palse Gundi is 494448.
What is the population of Palse Gundi?
Palse Gundi had a total population of 145, including 78 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Palse Gundi?
Palse Gundi had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palse Gundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palse Gundi was 56.67%. Male literacy was 78.46% and female literacy was 30.91%.