Saknapalli - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Saknapalli 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 65 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Bareguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saknapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saknapalli is 450744. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.51 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Saknapalli 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 Saknapalli
As per Census 2011, Saknapalli village has a total population of 200 people, consisting of 102 males and 98 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 97 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 148 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saknapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 200 | 102 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 77 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 63 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 39 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Saknapalli
Saknapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bareguda | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Dammur | East | 1.10 km |
| Duglamguda | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Kottaguda | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Redeepalli | North | 1.65 km |
| Petabogda | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Alampottiguda | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Lingapur | South | 2.10 km |
| Bardali | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Gangaram | North-West | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saknapalli
Public transport in the Saknapalli is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belampalli, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.3 km.
| 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 Saknapalli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Saknapalli 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 Saknapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saknapalli 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 Saknapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saknapalli 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 Saknapalli
Where is Saknapalli located?
Saknapalli village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saknapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Saknapalli is Bareguda.
What is the pincode of Saknapalli?
The pincode of Saknapalli is 494448.
What is the population of Saknapalli?
Saknapalli has a total population of 200, including 102 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Saknapalli?
There are 57 households in Saknapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Saknapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saknapalli is 48.50%. Male literacy is 61.76% and female literacy is 34.69%.