Balegapal - Barsur, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Balegapal is a village situated in the Barsur tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 24 km from Geedam and around 36 km from Dantewada. Hidpal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balegapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balegapal is 450183. The village covers a total geographical area of 400.71 hectares and falls under the 494449 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Balegapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balegapal
According to the 2011 Census, Balegapal village had a total population of 333 people, including 168 males and 165 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.09%, with male literacy at 21.48% and female literacy at 8.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 333.
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 | 333 | 168 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 333 | 168 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 29 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 139 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Balegapal
Balegapal 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 Balegapal
Balegapal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Bade Bacheli to Balegapal is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Balegapal is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balegapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balegapal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balegapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balegapal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balegapal
Where is Balegapal located?
Balegapal village is located in Barsur Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balegapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Balegapal is Hidpal.
What is the pincode of Balegapal?
The pincode of Balegapal is 494449.
What is the population of Balegapal?
Balegapal had a total population of 333, including 168 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Balegapal?
Balegapal had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balegapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balegapal was 15.09%. Male literacy was 21.48% and female literacy was 8.46%.