Gadapal Village - Dantewada, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Gadapal is a village situated in the Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from Dantewada, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gadapal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadapal is 450108. The village covers a total geographical area of 2150.21 hectares and falls under the 494552 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Gadapal 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 Gadapal
As per Census 2011, Gadapal village has a total population of 1,671 people, consisting of 784 males and 887 females. The village has 364 households and a sex ratio of 1,131 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 273 literate and 1,398 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,589 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadapal are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,671 | 784 | 887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 108 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,589 | 742 | 847 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 179 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,398 | 605 | 793 |
Nearby Villages of Gadapal
Gadapal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Toylanka | East | 3.44 km |
| Badegodre | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Burdikarka | South | 4.34 km |
| Muskel | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Fulnar | North | 5.20 km |
| Gadhmiri | South-West | 5.83 km |
| Dhanikarka | South | 6.29 km |
| Matenar | North-West | 6.54 km |
| Surnar | South-East | 7.05 km |
| Jaram | North | 7.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadapal
Gadapal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kawargaon, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bade Bacheli to Gadapal is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Gadapal is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadapal 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 Gadapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadapal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gadapal
Where is Gadapal located?
Gadapal village is located in Dantewada Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadapal?
Gadapal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadapal?
The pincode of Gadapal is 494552.
What is the population of Gadapal?
Gadapal has a total population of 1,671, including 784 males and 887 females.
How many households are there in Gadapal?
There are 364 households in Gadapal.
What is the literacy rate in Gadapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadapal is 16.34%. Male literacy is 22.83% and female literacy is 10.60%.