Mardapal - Mardapal, Kondagaon
Mardapal is a village situated in the Mardapal tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from Kondagaon and around 102 km from Jagdalpur. Mardapal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mardapal is 448755. The village covers a total geographical area of 983.04 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Mardapal 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 Mardapal
As per Census 2011, Mardapal village has a total population of 2,416 people, consisting of 1,287 males and 1,129 females. The village has 502 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,526 literate and 890 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mardapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,416 | 1,287 | 1,129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 134 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 86 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,124 | 592 | 532 |
| Literate Population | 1,526 | 955 | 571 |
| Illiterate Population | 890 | 332 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Mardapal
Mardapal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranapal | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Badekurusnar | South | 2.57 km |
| Mulnar | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Chhotekurusnar | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Khodsanar | West | 4.03 km |
| Jodenga | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Lakhapuri | North-West | 4.36 km |
| Hadkali | South-West | 4.49 km |
| Hasalnar | South | 4.89 km |
| Hasel | South-West | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mardapal
Mardapal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Silak Jhori, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| 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 Mardapal is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Mardapal is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mardapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mardapal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mardapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mardapal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mardapal
Where is Mardapal located?
Mardapal village is located in Mardapal Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mardapal?
Mardapal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mardapal?
The pincode of Mardapal is 494226.
What is the population of Mardapal?
Mardapal has a total population of 2,416, including 1,287 males and 1,129 females.
How many households are there in Mardapal?
There are 502 households in Mardapal.
What is the literacy rate in Mardapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mardapal is 63.16%. Male literacy is 74.20% and female literacy is 50.58%.