Badekapsi Village - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Badekapsi is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Bade Kapsi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badekapsi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badekapsi is 448236. The village covers a total geographical area of 755.69 hectares and falls under the 494771 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Badekapsi 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 Badekapsi
As per Census 2011, Badekapsi village has a total population of 1,129 people, consisting of 555 males and 574 females. The village has 256 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 559 literate and 570 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 774 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badekapsi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,129 | 555 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 80 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 774 | 377 | 397 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 307 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 248 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Badekapsi
Badekapsi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhotekapsi | West | 1.87 km |
| Bapu Nagar | East | 2.12 km |
| Kali Nagar | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Prem Nagar | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Shri Nagar | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Donde | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Dwarkapuri | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Aalor | North | 3.55 km |
| Devipur | South | 3.56 km |
| Vishrampur | North-West | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badekapsi
Badekapsi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 129.2 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 Pakhanjur to Badekapsi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Badekapsi is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badekapsi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badekapsi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badekapsi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badekapsi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badekapsi
Where is Badekapsi located?
Badekapsi village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badekapsi?
The Gram Panchayat of Badekapsi is Bade Kapsi.
What is the pincode of Badekapsi?
The pincode of Badekapsi is 494771.
What is the population of Badekapsi?
Badekapsi has a total population of 1,129, including 555 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Badekapsi?
There are 256 households in Badekapsi.
What is the literacy rate in Badekapsi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badekapsi is 49.51%. Male literacy is 55.32% and female literacy is 43.90%.