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
According to the 2011 Census, Mandala Tola village had a total population of 870 people, including 439 males and 431 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.20%, with male literacy at 88.60% and female literacy at 50.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 202, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 242.
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 | 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 had a total population of 870, including 439 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Mandala Tola?
Mandala Tola had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandala Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandala Tola was 70.20%. Male literacy was 88.60% and female literacy was 50.95%.