Pegdapalli - Usur, Bijapur
Pegdapalli is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Chipurbhatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pegdapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pegdapalli is 450910. The village covers a total geographical area of 621.17 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 215 km away.
Pegdapalli 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 Pegdapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Pegdapalli village had a total population of 555 people, including 273 males and 282 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 1.04%, with male literacy at 2.13% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 555.
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 | 555 | 273 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 555 | 273 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 268 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Pegdapalli
Pegdapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarkeguda | North | 2.25 km |
| Pakela | West | 2.83 km |
| Rajpeta | North | 3.85 km |
| Kottaguda | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Baknagulguda | North | 3.93 km |
| Korsaguda | North | 4.30 km |
| Pusbaka | South-West | 4.78 km |
| Basaguda | North-West | 4.95 km |
| Chirpur Bhatti | West | 5.16 km |
| Oautpalli | North-East | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pegdapalli
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pegdapalli. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.1 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 Jagdalpur to Pegdapalli is about 215 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Pegdapalli is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pegdapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pegdapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pegdapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pegdapalli 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 Pegdapalli
Where is Pegdapalli located?
Pegdapalli village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pegdapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Pegdapalli is Chipurbhatti.
What is the pincode of Pegdapalli?
The pincode of Pegdapalli is 494448.
What is the population of Pegdapalli?
Pegdapalli had a total population of 555, including 273 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Pegdapalli?
Pegdapalli had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pegdapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pegdapalli was 1.04%. Male literacy was 2.13% and female literacy was 0.00%.