Atepal
Atepal is a village located in Katekalyan tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Katekalyan (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Chhotegudra is the gram panchayat of Atepal village.
Here you can discover what makes Atepal unique in its vibrant Katekalyan-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Atepal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Atepal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Atepal is 450211. The village spans a total geographical area of 1273.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494552. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Atepal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
When it comes to local governance, Atepal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Atepal
Population of Atepal
According to the 2011 Census, Atepal has a total population of about 704, with approximately 336 males and 368 females. The sex ratio is around 1095 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 107 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 686. The overall literacy rate is approximately 20.60%, with male literacy at about 23.21% and female literacy near 18.21%. There are around 144 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Atepal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 704 | 336 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 52 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 686 | 325 | 361 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 559 | 258 | 301 |
Connectivity of Atepal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Atepal. As per the 2011 stats, Atepal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Atepal
Knowing the nearby villages of Atepal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Atepal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Atepal
- Where is Atepal located?
- Atepal village is situated in Katekalyan Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Atepal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Atepal is Chhotegudra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Atepal?
- The pincode of Atepal is 494552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Atepal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Atepal is 704, with 336 males and 368 females.
- How many households are there in Atepal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Atepal village has a total of 144 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Atepal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Atepal is 20.60%. The male literacy rate is 23.21%, while the female literacy rate is 18.21%.