Paterapali - Bagbahra, Mahasamund
Paterapali is a village situated in the Bagbahra tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagbahara and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Patherapali(s) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paterapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paterapali is 446676. The village covers a total geographical area of 768.52 hectares and falls under the 493449 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Paterapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khallari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paterapali
As per Census 2011, Paterapali village has a total population of 1,576 people, consisting of 817 males and 759 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 877 literate and 699 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 463 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paterapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,576 | 817 | 759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 116 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 463 | 238 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 877 | 532 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 699 | 285 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Paterapali
Paterapali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dargaon | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Haranadader | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Gadaghat | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Junwanikhurd | South | 3.87 km |
| Tandulotha Khurd | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Sunsuniya | East | 4.34 km |
| Anwaradabri | West | 4.76 km |
| Sirripathari Muda | East | 4.81 km |
| Hathigarh | North | 4.90 km |
| Bhimkhoj | West | 5.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paterapali
Public transport in the Paterapali is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bagbahra, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.6 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 Bagbahara to Paterapali is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Paterapali is about 35 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 Paterapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paterapali 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 Paterapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paterapali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paterapali
Where is Paterapali located?
Paterapali village is located in Bagbahra Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paterapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Paterapali is Patherapali(s).
What is the pincode of Paterapali?
The pincode of Paterapali is 493449.
What is the population of Paterapali?
Paterapali has a total population of 1,576, including 817 males and 759 females.
How many households are there in Paterapali?
There are 353 households in Paterapali.
What is the literacy rate in Paterapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paterapali is 55.65%. Male literacy is 65.12% and female literacy is 45.45%.