Handapal - Mardapal, Kondagaon
Handapal is a village situated in the Mardapal tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 53 km from Kondagaon and around 125 km from Jagdalpur. Hadeli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handapal is 448728. The village covers a total geographical area of 347.54 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Handapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handapal
As per Census 2011, Handapal village has a total population of 177 people, consisting of 90 males and 87 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13 literate and 164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Handapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 177 | 90 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 90 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 81 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Handapal
Handapal 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 Handapal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Handapal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kondagaon to Handapal is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Handapal is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handapal 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 Handapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handapal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Handapal
Where is Handapal located?
Handapal village is located in Mardapal Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Handapal is Hadeli.
What is the pincode of Handapal?
The pincode of Handapal is 494226.
What is the population of Handapal?
Handapal has a total population of 177, including 90 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Handapal?
There are 35 households in Handapal.
What is the literacy rate in Handapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handapal is 7.34%. Male literacy is 10.00% and female literacy is 4.60%.