Kottapalli Mal - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Kottapalli Mal is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 212 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kotapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kottapalli Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kottapalli Mal is 540004. The village covers a total geographical area of 831 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 197 km away.
Kottapalli Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kottapalli Mal
As per Census 2011, Kottapalli Mal village has a total population of 952 people, consisting of 480 males and 472 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 480 literate and 472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 233 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kottapalli Mal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 952 | 480 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 25 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 114 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 233 | 119 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 283 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 197 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Kottapalli Mal
Kottapalli Mal 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 Kottapalli Mal
Public transport in the Kottapalli Mal is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ballarpur to Kottapalli Mal is about 197 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Kottapalli Mal is about 212 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kottapalli Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kottapalli Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kottapalli Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kottapalli Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kottapalli Mal
Where is Kottapalli Mal located?
Kottapalli Mal village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottapalli Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kottapalli Mal is Kotapalli.
What is the pincode of Kottapalli Mal?
The pincode of Kottapalli Mal is 442504.
What is the population of Kottapalli Mal?
Kottapalli Mal has a total population of 952, including 480 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Kottapalli Mal?
There are 242 households in Kottapalli Mal.
What is the literacy rate in Kottapalli Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kottapalli Mal is 50.42%. Male literacy is 58.96% and female literacy is 41.74%.