Hodi Tola - Ambagarh Chouki, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Hodi 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 60 km from Rajnandgaon. Mangatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hodi Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hodi Tola is 441576. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.54 hectares and falls under the 491668 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hodi 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 Hodi Tola
As per Census 2011, Hodi Tola village has a total population of 527 people, consisting of 256 males and 271 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 311 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hodi Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 527 | 256 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 151 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 185 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 71 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Hodi Tola
Hodi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikhli | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Manga Tola | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Ama Tola | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Bital | North | 1.96 km |
| Kodu Tola | South | 2.34 km |
| Toyagondi | East | 2.38 km |
| Ragho Tola | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Handi Tola | West | 2.93 km |
| Raja Tola | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Saonsai Tola | South-East | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hodi Tola
Hodi Tola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.3 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Hodi Tola is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Hodi 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 Hodi Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hodi Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hodi 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 Hodi 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 Hodi Tola
Where is Hodi Tola located?
Hodi Tola village is located in Ambagarh Chouki Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hodi Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Hodi Tola is Mangatola.
What is the pincode of Hodi Tola?
The pincode of Hodi Tola is 491668.
What is the population of Hodi Tola?
Hodi Tola has a total population of 527, including 256 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Hodi Tola?
There are 113 households in Hodi Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Hodi Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hodi Tola is 64.14%. Male literacy is 72.27% and female literacy is 56.46%.