Bhima Tola - Daundilohara, Balod
Bhima Tola is a village situated in the Daundilohara tehsil of Balod district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Dondiluhara and around 100 km from Durg. Bhimatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhima Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhima Tola is 443071. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.65 hectares and falls under the 491227 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bhima Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dondi Lohara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhima Tola
As per Census 2011, Bhima Tola village has a total population of 570 people, consisting of 282 males and 288 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 368 literate and 202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 319 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhima Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 570 | 282 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 319 | 158 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 203 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 79 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Bhima Tola
Bhima Tola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Annu Tola | East | 1.80 km |
| Nangu Tola | South | 2.36 km |
| Lalu Tola | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Junnapani | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Rengadabri | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Parewadeeh | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Gota Tola | North | 3.65 km |
| Chikhala Kasa | West | 3.87 km |
| Bharri Tola | South-West | 4.64 km |
| Jarradih | South-West | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhima Tola
Bhima Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kusumkasa, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Bhima Tola is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Bhima Tola is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhima Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhima Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhima Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhima Tola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhima Tola
Where is Bhima Tola located?
Bhima Tola village is located in Daundilohara Tehsil, Balod district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhima Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhima Tola is Bhimatola.
What is the pincode of Bhima Tola?
The pincode of Bhima Tola is 491227.
What is the population of Bhima Tola?
Bhima Tola has a total population of 570, including 282 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Bhima Tola?
There are 120 households in Bhima Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Bhima Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhima Tola is 64.56%. Male literacy is 71.99% and female literacy is 57.29%.