Handi Tola - Ambagarh Chouki, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Handi Tola is a village situated in the Ambagarh Chouki tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Ambagarh Chowki and around 64 km from Rajnandgaon. Handitola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handi Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handi Tola is 441573. The village covers a total geographical area of 426.11 hectares and falls under the 491668 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Handi 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 Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handi Tola
As per Census 2011, Handi Tola village has a total population of 1,055 people, consisting of 528 males and 527 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 688 literate and 367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 340 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 681 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Handi Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,055 | 528 | 527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 63 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 163 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 681 | 347 | 334 |
| Literate Population | 688 | 395 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 133 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Handi Tola
Handi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manga Tola | East | 1.41 km |
| Edmagondi | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Kahadkasa | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Ama Tola | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Dongargaon | West | 2.80 km |
| Raja Tola | North | 2.81 km |
| Kodu Tola | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Hodi Tola | East | 2.93 km |
| Mungal | South | 3.26 km |
| Singha Bhedi | North-West | 3.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Handi Tola
Handi Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.7 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 Handi Tola is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Handi Tola is about 64 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 Handi Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handi 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Handi 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 Handi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Handi Tola
Where is Handi Tola located?
Handi Tola village is located in Ambagarh Chouki Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handi Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Handi Tola is Handitola.
What is the pincode of Handi Tola?
The pincode of Handi Tola is 491668.
What is the population of Handi Tola?
Handi Tola has a total population of 1,055, including 528 males and 527 females.
How many households are there in Handi Tola?
There are 266 households in Handi Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Handi Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handi Tola is 65.21%. Male literacy is 74.81% and female literacy is 55.60%.