Lankapalli - Usur, Bijapur
Lankapalli is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Lankapalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lankapalli is 450865. The village covers a total geographical area of 617.23 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Lankapalli 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 Lankapalli
As per Census 2011, Lankapalli village has a total population of 536 people, consisting of 264 males and 272 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 362 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 535 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lankapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 536 | 264 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 535 | 264 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 115 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 149 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Lankapalli
Lankapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jinippa | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Ilmidi | East | 3.40 km |
| Munjal Kanker | North | 4.94 km |
| Engpalli | North | 6.56 km |
| Semaldodi | South-East | 7.68 km |
| Chintakonta | East | 8.16 km |
| Penkram | East | 8.84 km |
| Farsapalli | North | 9.36 km |
| Sankanpalli | North-West | 9.66 km |
| Cherakdodi | North-East | 10.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lankapalli
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Lankapalli. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.4 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 Dantewada to Lankapalli is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Lankapalli is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lankapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lankapalli 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 Lankapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lankapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lankapalli
Where is Lankapalli located?
Lankapalli village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lankapalli?
Lankapalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lankapalli?
The pincode of Lankapalli is 494447.
What is the population of Lankapalli?
Lankapalli has a total population of 536, including 264 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Lankapalli?
There are 121 households in Lankapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Lankapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lankapalli is 32.46%. Male literacy is 43.56% and female literacy is 21.69%.