Bengpal - Tongpal, Sukma
Bengpal is a village situated in the Tongpal tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 70 km from Darbha and around 70 km from Jagdalpur. Tahakwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bengpal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bengpal is 449642. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.17 hectares and falls under the 494115 pincode.
Bengpal 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 Bengpal
According to the 2011 Census, Bengpal village had a total population of 459 people, including 228 males and 231 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.12%, with male literacy at 38.25% and female literacy at 24.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 423.
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 | 459 | 228 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 423 | 209 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 70 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 158 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Bengpal
Bengpal 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 Bengpal
Public transport in the Bengpal is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jagdalpur to Bengpal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bengpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bengpal 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 Bengpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bengpal 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 Bengpal
Where is Bengpal located?
Bengpal village is located in Tongpal Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bengpal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bengpal is Tahakwada.
What is the pincode of Bengpal?
The pincode of Bengpal is 494115.
What is the population of Bengpal?
Bengpal had a total population of 459, including 228 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Bengpal?
Bengpal had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bengpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bengpal was 31.12%. Male literacy was 38.25% and female literacy was 24.35%.