Irpanar - Bande, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Irpanar is a village situated in the Bande tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 42 km from Pakhanjur and around 168 km from Kanker. Irpanar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irpanar is 448365. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.18 hectares and falls under the 494777 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Irpanar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Irpanar
According to the 2011 Census, Irpanar village had a total population of 540 people, including 262 males and 278 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.51%, with male literacy at 77.00% and female literacy at 54.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 301.
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 | 540 | 262 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 49 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 301 | 146 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 164 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 98 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Irpanar
Irpanar 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 Irpanar
Irpanar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Irpanar is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Irpanar is about 168 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Irpanar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irpanar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Irpanar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irpanar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Irpanar
Where is Irpanar located?
Irpanar village is located in Bande Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Irpanar?
Irpanar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Irpanar?
The pincode of Irpanar is 494777.
What is the population of Irpanar?
Irpanar had a total population of 540, including 262 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Irpanar?
Irpanar had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Irpanar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irpanar was 65.51%. Male literacy was 77.00% and female literacy was 54.34%.