Entapad - Dornapal, Sukma
Entapad is a village situated in the Dornapal tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 68 km from Konta and around 200 km from Dantewada. Pentapad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Entapad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Entapad is 450466. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.78 hectares and falls under the 494114 pincode. Konta is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Entapad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Entapad
As per Census 2011, Entapad village has a total population of 354 people, consisting of 182 males and 172 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 354 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Entapad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 354 | 182 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 354 | 182 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 145 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Entapad
Entapad 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 Entapad
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Entapad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Konta to Entapad is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Entapad is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Entapad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Entapad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Entapad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Entapad 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 Entapad
Where is Entapad located?
Entapad village is located in Dornapal Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Entapad?
The Gram Panchayat of Entapad is Pentapad.
What is the pincode of Entapad?
The pincode of Entapad is 494114.
What is the population of Entapad?
Entapad has a total population of 354, including 182 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Entapad?
There are 75 households in Entapad.
What is the literacy rate in Entapad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Entapad is 19.77%. Male literacy is 20.33% and female literacy is 19.19%.