Mahrakarka - Katekalyan, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Mahrakarka is a village situated in the Katekalyan tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katekalyan and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Maharakarka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahrakarka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahrakarka is 450204. The village covers a total geographical area of 1249.09 hectares and falls under the 494552 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Mahrakarka 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 Mahrakarka
As per Census 2011, Mahrakarka village has a total population of 751 people, consisting of 331 males and 420 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 1,268 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 746 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahrakarka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 751 | 331 | 420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 73 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | - | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 746 | 331 | 415 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 70 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 261 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Mahrakarka
Mahrakarka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bade Hadmamunda | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Chhote Bedma | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Bade Bedma | South | 3.85 km |
| Chhotehadma Munda | West | 4.10 km |
| Gongpal | North-West | 4.34 km |
| Mokhpal | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Mailawada | North | 4.75 km |
| Koriras | West | 5.45 km |
| Mahrahaurnar | West | 5.89 km |
| Doriras | West | 6.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahrakarka
Mahrakarka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 km.
| 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 Mahrakarka is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Mahrakarka is about 39 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 Mahrakarka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahrakarka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahrakarka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahrakarka 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mahrakarka
Where is Mahrakarka located?
Mahrakarka village is located in Katekalyan Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahrakarka?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahrakarka is Maharakarka.
What is the pincode of Mahrakarka?
The pincode of Mahrakarka is 494552.
What is the population of Mahrakarka?
Mahrakarka has a total population of 751, including 331 males and 420 females.
How many households are there in Mahrakarka?
There are 179 households in Mahrakarka.
What is the literacy rate in Mahrakarka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahrakarka is 12.52%. Male literacy is 21.15% and female literacy is 5.71%.