Mandla Tola - Khairagarh, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai
Mandla Tola is a village situated in the Khairagarh tehsil of Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from Khairagarh and around 60 km from Rajnandgaon. Nagaonkawar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandla Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandla Tola is 440335. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.35 hectares and falls under the 491881 pincode. Khairagarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Mandla 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 Dongargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandla Tola
As per Census 2011, Mandla Tola village has a total population of 440 people, consisting of 227 males and 213 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 269 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 279 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandla Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 440 | 227 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 37 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 148 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 158 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 69 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Mandla Tola
Mandla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Telitola | East | 1.78 km |
| Itar | South | 1.82 km |
| Nawagaon Kanwar | North | 1.87 km |
| Bharatpur | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Changurda | South | 3.58 km |
| Dhourabhatha | East | 3.72 km |
| Kurrubhath | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Barbaspur | South-East | 4.01 km |
| Chichka | East | 4.08 km |
| Baigatola | South | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandla Tola
Mandla Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jatkanhar, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khairagarh to Mandla Tola is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Mandla Tola is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandla Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandla Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mandla 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 Mandla Tola 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mandla Tola
Where is Mandla Tola located?
Mandla Tola village is located in Khairagarh Tehsil, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandla Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandla Tola is Nagaonkawar.
What is the pincode of Mandla Tola?
The pincode of Mandla Tola is 491881.
What is the population of Mandla Tola?
Mandla Tola has a total population of 440, including 227 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Mandla Tola?
There are 93 households in Mandla Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Mandla Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandla Tola is 61.14%. Male literacy is 69.60% and female literacy is 52.11%.