Rekhapalli - Usur, Bijapur
Rekhapalli is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Nelakanker serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rekhapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rekhapalli is 450918. The village covers a total geographical area of 1880.73 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Aawapalli (a.p.) is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Rekhapalli 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 Rekhapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Rekhapalli village had a total population of 502 people, including 248 males and 254 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.65%, with male literacy at 37.50% and female literacy at 16.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 486.
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 | 502 | 248 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 486 | 239 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 81 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 167 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Rekhapalli
Rekhapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tekalgudiyam | North | 3.01 km |
| Kondapalli | East | 3.13 km |
| Marudbaka | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Narsapur | North | 4.65 km |
| Chinganpalli | South-West | 6.06 km |
| Konjed | North | 6.75 km |
| Gaganpalli | North | 7.00 km |
| Nela Kanker | West | 7.86 km |
| Lingapur | North-West | 7.99 km |
| Gundam | North-East | 8.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rekhapalli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rekhapalli. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.1 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 Aawapalli (a.p.) to Rekhapalli is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Rekhapalli is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rekhapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rekhapalli 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 Rekhapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rekhapalli 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 Rekhapalli
Where is Rekhapalli located?
Rekhapalli village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rekhapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Rekhapalli is Nelakanker.
What is the pincode of Rekhapalli?
The pincode of Rekhapalli is 494447.
What is the population of Rekhapalli?
Rekhapalli had a total population of 502, including 248 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Rekhapalli?
Rekhapalli had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rekhapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rekhapalli was 26.65%. Male literacy was 37.50% and female literacy was 16.14%.