Badelekhapal - Katekalyan, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Badelekhapal is a village situated in the Katekalyan tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katekalyan and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Badelakhapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badelekhapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badelekhapal is 450190. The village covers a total geographical area of 2600.98 hectares and falls under the 494552 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Badelekhapal 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 Badelekhapal
As per Census 2011, Badelekhapal village has a total population of 2,040 people, consisting of 889 males and 1,151 females. The village has 464 households and a sex ratio of 1,294 females per 1,000 males. There are 426 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 1,790 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,977 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badelekhapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,040 | 889 | 1,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 426 | 198 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,977 | 861 | 1,116 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 95 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,790 | 794 | 996 |
Nearby Villages of Badelekhapal
Badelekhapal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kodaripal | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Nayanar | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Gatam | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Tetam | South | 4.53 km |
| Surnar | South-West | 4.92 km |
| Toylanka | West | 5.57 km |
| Metapal | North | 5.96 km |
| Telam | South-East | 6.52 km |
| Mathadi | North-East | 6.58 km |
| Bengloor | East | 6.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badelekhapal
Badelekhapal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kawargaon, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.7 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bade Bacheli to Badelekhapal is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Badelekhapal is about 33 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 Badelekhapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badelekhapal 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 Badelekhapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badelekhapal 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badelekhapal
Where is Badelekhapal located?
Badelekhapal village is located in Katekalyan Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badelekhapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badelekhapal is Badelakhapal.
What is the pincode of Badelekhapal?
The pincode of Badelekhapal is 494552.
What is the population of Badelekhapal?
Badelekhapal has a total population of 2,040, including 889 males and 1,151 females.
How many households are there in Badelekhapal?
There are 464 households in Badelekhapal.
What is the literacy rate in Badelekhapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badelekhapal is 12.25%. Male literacy is 10.69% and female literacy is 13.47%.