Mandala Tola - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Mandala Tola is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Mandlatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandala Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandala Tola is 439358. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.92 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Mandala 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 KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandala Tola
As per Census 2011, Mandala Tola village has a total population of 870 people, consisting of 439 males and 431 females. The village has 240 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 530 literate and 340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 242 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandala Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 870 | 439 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 53 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 102 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 117 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 530 | 342 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 97 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Mandala Tola
Mandala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghosarra | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Sukwa Para | West | 1.10 km |
| Mudiya Para | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Khursipar | South | 1.38 km |
| Jaita Tola | West | 2.10 km |
| Lakhanpur Khurd | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Khairbana Khurd | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Lenjakhar | East | 2.45 km |
| Mariya Tola | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Neurgaon Khurd | East | 2.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandala Tola
Mandala Tola 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 Kargi Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodla to Mandala Tola is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Mandala Tola is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandala Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandala Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mandala 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 Mandala Tola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mandala Tola
Where is Mandala Tola located?
Mandala Tola village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandala Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandala Tola is Mandlatola.
What is the pincode of Mandala Tola?
The pincode of Mandala Tola is 491995.
What is the population of Mandala Tola?
Mandala Tola has a total population of 870, including 439 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Mandala Tola?
There are 240 households in Mandala Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Mandala Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandala Tola is 60.92%. Male literacy is 77.90% and female literacy is 43.62%.