Totar - Mardapal, Kondagaon
Totar is a village situated in the Mardapal tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Kondagaon and around 94 km from Jagdalpur. Totar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Totar is 448713. The village covers a total geographical area of 813.98 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Totar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Totar
According to the 2011 Census, Totar village had a total population of 650 people, including 326 males and 324 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.46%, with male literacy at 55.47% and female literacy at 47.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 620.
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 | 650 | 326 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 52 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 620 | 310 | 310 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 152 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 174 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Totar
Totar 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 Totar
Public transport in the Totar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kondagaon to Totar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Totar is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Totar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Totar 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 Totar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Totar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Totar
Where is Totar located?
Totar village is located in Mardapal Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Totar?
Totar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Totar?
The pincode of Totar is 494226.
What is the population of Totar?
Totar had a total population of 650, including 326 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Totar?
Totar had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Totar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Totar was 51.46%. Male literacy was 55.47% and female literacy was 47.45%.