Medhapali Village - Basna, Mahasamund
Medhapali is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Medhapali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medhapali is 445674. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.5 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Medhapali 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 Medhapali
As per Census 2011, Medhapali village has a total population of 806 people, consisting of 412 males and 394 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 501 literate and 305 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medhapali are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 806 | 412 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 106 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 501 | 308 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 104 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Medhapali
Medhapali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koliyaridih | South | 1.39 km |
| Harilchhapar | West | 1.63 km |
| Thuthapali | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Pilwapali | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Kotendarha | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Chhirralewa | East | 2.73 km |
| Bartiyabhatha | West | 2.78 km |
| Umariya | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Bijrabhantha | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Kankewa | South | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Medhapali
Medhapali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saraipali to Medhapali is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Medhapali is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medhapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medhapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Medhapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medhapali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Medhapali
Where is Medhapali located?
Medhapali village is located in Basna Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medhapali?
Medhapali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Medhapali?
The pincode of Medhapali is 493558.
What is the population of Medhapali?
Medhapali has a total population of 806, including 412 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Medhapali?
There are 235 households in Medhapali.
What is the literacy rate in Medhapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medhapali is 62.16%. Male literacy is 74.76% and female literacy is 48.98%.