Birsathpal - Chhindgarh, Sukma
Birsathpal is a village situated in the Chhindgarh tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from Chhindgarh and around 106 km from Dantewada. Birsathpal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birsathpal is 450606. The village covers a total geographical area of 1041.93 hectares and falls under the 494111 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Birsathpal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birsathpal
As per Census 2011, Birsathpal village has a total population of 869 people, consisting of 403 males and 466 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 1,156 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 614 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 796 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birsathpal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 869 | 403 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 80 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 796 | 370 | 426 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 148 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 614 | 255 | 359 |
Nearby Villages of Birsathpal
Birsathpal 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 Birsathpal
Birsathpal 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 Jagdalpur to Birsathpal is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Birsathpal is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birsathpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birsathpal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Birsathpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birsathpal 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 Birsathpal
Where is Birsathpal located?
Birsathpal village is located in Chhindgarh Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birsathpal?
Birsathpal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Birsathpal?
The pincode of Birsathpal is 494111.
What is the population of Birsathpal?
Birsathpal has a total population of 869, including 403 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Birsathpal?
There are 208 households in Birsathpal.
What is the literacy rate in Birsathpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birsathpal is 29.34%. Male literacy is 36.72% and female literacy is 22.96%.