Sukhapali - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Sukhapali is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Bhagatsaraipali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukhapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukhapali is 446036. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.5 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sukhapali 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 Sukhapali
According to the 2011 Census, Sukhapali village had a total population of 351 people, including 179 males and 172 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.80%, with male literacy at 86.45% and female literacy at 66.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 351 | 179 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 134 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 45 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Sukhapali
Sukhapali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalenda (kelenda) | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Darlipali | South | 1.57 km |
| Saraipali(bhagta)(saraipali) | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Kurmipali | South | 2.70 km |
| Tiharipali | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Pandaripani | East | 3.07 km |
| Jogidadar | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Charbhatha | South-East | 3.82 km |
| Dongaripali | South | 3.92 km |
| Koilbahal | East | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sukhapali
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sukhapali. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.8 km.
| 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 Saraipali to Sukhapali is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Sukhapali is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukhapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukhapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sukhapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukhapali 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sukhapali
Where is Sukhapali located?
Sukhapali village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sukhapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukhapali is Bhagatsaraipali.
What is the pincode of Sukhapali?
The pincode of Sukhapali is 493558.
What is the population of Sukhapali?
Sukhapali had a total population of 351, including 179 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Sukhapali?
Sukhapali had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sukhapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukhapali was 76.80%. Male literacy was 86.45% and female literacy was 66.89%.