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
According to the 2011 Census, Handapal village had a total population of 177 people, including 90 males and 87 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 7.98%, with male literacy at 11.11% and female literacy at 4.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 177.
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 | 177 | 90 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 177, including 90 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Handapal?
Handapal had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handapal was 7.98%. Male literacy was 11.11% and female literacy was 4.88%.