Mallepalli - Usur, Bijapur
Mallepalli is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Malepalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mallepalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mallepalli is 450898. The village covers a total geographical area of 521.89 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 146 km away.
Mallepalli 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 Mallepalli
According to the 2011 Census, Mallepalli village had a total population of 501 people, including 242 males and 259 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.86%, with male literacy at 27.45% and female literacy at 12.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 501.
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 | 501 | 242 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 501 | 242 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 56 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 417 | 186 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Mallepalli
Mallepalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharamapur | South | 1.54 km |
| Dalla | North | 2.60 km |
| Lingagiri | South | 3.18 km |
| Kasiguda | South | 3.19 km |
| Dholeguda | South | 3.28 km |
| Biraguda | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Badesukanpalli | East | 4.27 km |
| Chhotesukanpalli | East | 4.33 km |
| Basaguda | South | 4.57 km |
| Hirapur | South-West | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mallepalli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mallepalli. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.5 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 Dantewada to Mallepalli is about 146 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Mallepalli is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mallepalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mallepalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mallepalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mallepalli 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 Mallepalli
Where is Mallepalli located?
Mallepalli village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mallepalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Mallepalli is Malepalli.
What is the pincode of Mallepalli?
The pincode of Mallepalli is 494447.
What is the population of Mallepalli?
Mallepalli had a total population of 501, including 242 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Mallepalli?
Mallepalli had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mallepalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mallepalli was 19.86%. Male literacy was 27.45% and female literacy was 12.79%.