Mankelli - Gangaloor, Bijapur
Mankelli is a village situated in the Gangaloor tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Bijapur and around 12 km from Bijapur. Mankoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mankelli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mankelli is 451078. The village covers a total geographical area of 666 hectares and falls under the 494444 pincode. Bijapur is the nearest town, located about 171 km away.
Mankelli 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 Mankelli
According to the 2011 Census, Mankelli village had a total population of 496 people, including 255 males and 241 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.42%, with male literacy at 21.16% and female literacy at 15.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 493.
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 | 496 | 255 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 14 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 493 | 254 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 51 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 204 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Mankelli
Mankelli 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 Mankelli
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Mankelli.
| 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 Bijapur to Mankelli is about 171 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Mankelli is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mankelli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mankelli 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mankelli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mankelli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mankelli
Where is Mankelli located?
Mankelli village is located in Gangaloor Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mankelli?
The Gram Panchayat of Mankelli is Mankoli.
What is the pincode of Mankelli?
The pincode of Mankelli is 494444.
What is the population of Mankelli?
Mankelli had a total population of 496, including 255 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Mankelli?
Mankelli had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mankelli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mankelli was 18.42%. Male literacy was 21.16% and female literacy was 15.35%.