Mainpur - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Mainpur is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Mainpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mainpur is 447480. The village covers a total geographical area of 524.68 hectares and falls under the 494334 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Mainpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mainpur
As per Census 2011, Mainpur village has a total population of 946 people, consisting of 452 males and 494 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 644 literate and 302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 635 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mainpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 946 | 452 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 635 | 304 | 331 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 354 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 98 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Mainpur
Mainpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Awrabhat | West | 1.30 km |
| Petoli | East | 2.09 km |
| Kirgoli | South | 2.14 km |
| Malaldobri | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Udkuda | North | 3.09 km |
| Chandeli | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Kondagaon | West | 3.69 km |
| Pandarwahi | East | 3.77 km |
| Surawand | North-East | 4.00 km |
| Gaurgaon | North-East | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mainpur
Mainpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.0 km.
| 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 Charama to Mainpur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Mainpur is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mainpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mainpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mainpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mainpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mainpur
Where is Mainpur located?
Mainpur village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mainpur?
Mainpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mainpur?
The pincode of Mainpur is 494334.
What is the population of Mainpur?
Mainpur has a total population of 946, including 452 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Mainpur?
There are 229 households in Mainpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mainpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mainpur is 68.08%. Male literacy is 78.32% and female literacy is 58.70%.