Mahendrapur
Mahendrapur is a village located in Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Durgkondal (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Raurwahi is the gram panchayat of Mahendrapur village.
Mahendrapur has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Mahendrapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahendrapur is 447672. The village spans a total geographical area of 339.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494635. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Mahendrapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mahendrapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Mahendrapur
Below is a concise population overview of Mahendrapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 396 | 193 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 131 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 114 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 79 | 109 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahendrapur village:
- The total population of Mahendrapur village is around 396, including approximately 193 males and 203 females, with a sex ratio of 1051 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Mahendrapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mahendrapur village has 15 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 255 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mahendrapur village is about 52.53%, with male literacy at 59.07% and female literacy at 46.31%.
- There are around 72 households in Mahendrapur village.
Connectivity of Mahendrapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahendrapur. As per the 2011 stats, Mahendrapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahendrapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahendrapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahendrapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahendrapur
- Where is Mahendrapur located?
- Mahendrapur village is situated in Durgkondal Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahendrapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mahendrapur is Raurwahi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mahendrapur?
- The pincode of Mahendrapur is 494635, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahendrapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahendrapur is 396, with 193 males and 203 females.
- How many households are there in Mahendrapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahendrapur village has a total of 72 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahendrapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahendrapur is 52.53%. The male literacy rate is 59.07%, while the female literacy rate is 46.31%.