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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kottapalli Mal village had a total population of 952 people, including 480 males and 472 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.92%, with male literacy at 62.20% and female literacy at 47.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 221, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 233.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Kottapalli Mal?
The Village 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 had a total population of 952, including 480 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Kottapalli Mal?
Kottapalli Mal had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kottapalli Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kottapalli Mal was 54.92%. Male literacy was 62.20% and female literacy was 47.02%.