Gindola - Sonakhan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Gindola is a village situated in the Sonakhan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from Kasdol and around 143 km from Raipur. Khosda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gindola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gindola is 444193. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.47 hectares and falls under the 493344 pincode. Kasdol is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gindola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gindola
As per Census 2011, Gindola village has a total population of 225 people, consisting of 113 males and 112 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 106 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 181 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gindola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 225 | 113 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 92 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 63 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 50 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Gindola
Gindola 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 Gindola
Gindola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kasdol to Gindola is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Gindola is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gindola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gindola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gindola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gindola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gindola
Where is Gindola located?
Gindola village is located in Sonakhan Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gindola?
The Gram Panchayat of Gindola is Khosda.
What is the pincode of Gindola?
The pincode of Gindola is 493344.
What is the population of Gindola?
Gindola has a total population of 225, including 113 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Gindola?
There are 51 households in Gindola.
What is the literacy rate in Gindola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gindola is 47.11%. Male literacy is 55.75% and female literacy is 38.39%.