Kewtapali - Basna, Mahasamund
Kewtapali is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Kewatapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kewtapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kewtapali is 445631. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.29 hectares and falls under the 493554 pincode. Basna is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kewtapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kewtapali
According to the 2011 Census, Kewtapali village had a total population of 569 people, including 294 males and 275 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.50%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 54.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 284, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
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 | 569 | 294 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 144 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 182 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 112 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Kewtapali
Kewtapali 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 Kewtapali
Kewtapali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basna to Kewtapali is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Kewtapali is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kewtapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kewtapali 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kewtapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kewtapali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kewtapali
Where is Kewtapali located?
Kewtapali village is located in Basna Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kewtapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Kewtapali is Kewatapali.
What is the pincode of Kewtapali?
The pincode of Kewtapali is 493554.
What is the population of Kewtapali?
Kewtapali had a total population of 569, including 294 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Kewtapali?
Kewtapali had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kewtapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kewtapali was 62.50%. Male literacy was 70.00% and female literacy was 54.51%.