Gurra Tola - Ambagarh Chouki, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Gurra Tola is a village situated in the Ambagarh Chouki tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from Ambagarh Chowki and around 62 km from Rajnandgaon. Gorratola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurra Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurra Tola is 441613. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.59 hectares and falls under the 491665 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gurra 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 Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurra Tola
As per Census 2011, Gurra Tola village has a total population of 740 people, consisting of 356 males and 384 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 1,078 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 521 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 293 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurra Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 740 | 356 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 136 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 521 | 276 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 80 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Gurra Tola
Gurra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thethwar Lanjhiya | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Mahud Machandur | East | 1.62 km |
| Atargaon | South | 1.64 km |
| Chhachan Pahari | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Bhansula | West | 2.23 km |
| Bramhan Lanjhiya | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Uchaipur | East | 3.12 km |
| Keshari Tola | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Mohad | South | 3.26 km |
| Banjaridih | South-East | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurra Tola
Gurra Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kusumkasa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.2 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Gurra Tola is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Gurra Tola is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurra Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurra Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gurra 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 Gurra Tola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gurra Tola
Where is Gurra Tola located?
Gurra Tola village is located in Ambagarh Chouki Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurra Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurra Tola is Gorratola.
What is the pincode of Gurra Tola?
The pincode of Gurra Tola is 491665.
What is the population of Gurra Tola?
Gurra Tola has a total population of 740, including 356 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Gurra Tola?
There are 160 households in Gurra Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Gurra Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurra Tola is 70.41%. Male literacy is 77.53% and female literacy is 63.80%.