Jitatola - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Jitatola is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Mahrajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jitatola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jitatola is 439470. The village covers a total geographical area of 202.89 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Kawardha is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Jitatola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jitatola
As per Census 2011, Jitatola village has a total population of 475 people, consisting of 230 males and 245 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 406 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jitatola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 475 | 230 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 42 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 406 | 192 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 148 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 82 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Jitatola
Jitatola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamhan Tola | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Gangpur | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Sonpur | South | 1.82 km |
| Maharajpur | East | 2.11 km |
| Khairbana Kalan | North | 2.20 km |
| Kapa | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Daganiya | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Bhathelatola | West | 2.73 km |
| Badauda Kalan | South | 3.00 km |
| Singarpur | South-West | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jitatola
Jitatola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ibhe, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.8 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 Kawardha to Jitatola is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jitatola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jitatola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jitatola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jitatola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jitatola
Where is Jitatola located?
Jitatola village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jitatola?
The Gram Panchayat of Jitatola is Mahrajpur.
What is the pincode of Jitatola?
The pincode of Jitatola is 491995.
What is the population of Jitatola?
Jitatola has a total population of 475, including 230 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Jitatola?
There are 90 households in Jitatola.
What is the literacy rate in Jitatola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jitatola is 47.79%. Male literacy is 64.35% and female literacy is 32.24%.