Madhpal - Gidam, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Madhpal is a village situated in the Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Geedam and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Madpal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhpal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhpal is 450181. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.03 hectares and falls under the 494556 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Madhpal 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 Madhpal
According to the 2011 Census, Madhpal village had a total population of 434 people, including 210 males and 224 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.27%, with male literacy at 34.52% and female literacy at 18.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 412.
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 | 434 | 210 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 412 | 195 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 58 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 152 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Madhpal
Madhpal 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 Madhpal
Madhpal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Madhpal.
| 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 Madhpal is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Madhpal is about 24 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 Madhpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhpal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Madhpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhpal 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 Madhpal
Where is Madhpal located?
Madhpal village is located in Gidam Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Madhpal?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhpal is Madpal.
What is the pincode of Madhpal?
The pincode of Madhpal is 494556.
What is the population of Madhpal?
Madhpal had a total population of 434, including 210 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Madhpal?
Madhpal had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madhpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhpal was 26.27%. Male literacy was 34.52% and female literacy was 18.82%.