Thuthapali - Basna, Mahasamund
Thuthapali is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Medhapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thuthapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thuthapali is 445673. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.63 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Thuthapali 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 Thuthapali
According to the 2011 Census, Thuthapali village had a total population of 533 people, including 269 males and 264 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.48%, with male literacy at 77.16% and female literacy at 43.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 438.
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 | 533 | 269 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 224 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 179 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 90 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Thuthapali
Thuthapali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harilchhapar | North | 1.37 km |
| Umariya | South | 1.46 km |
| Koliyaridih | East | 1.59 km |
| Bartiyabhatha | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Medhapali | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Pilwapali | North | 2.60 km |
| Kankewa | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Bhanwarpur | West | 3.00 km |
| Kotendarha | East | 3.49 km |
| Khusarupali | South | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thuthapali
Thuthapali 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 55.8 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 Thuthapali is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Thuthapali is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thuthapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thuthapali 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 Thuthapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thuthapali 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Thuthapali
Where is Thuthapali located?
Thuthapali village is located in Basna Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thuthapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Thuthapali is Medhapali.
What is the pincode of Thuthapali?
The pincode of Thuthapali is 493558.
What is the population of Thuthapali?
Thuthapali had a total population of 533, including 269 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Thuthapali?
Thuthapali had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thuthapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thuthapali was 60.48%. Male literacy was 77.16% and female literacy was 43.72%.