Kekti Tola - Ambagarh Chouki, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Kekti Tola is a village situated in the Ambagarh Chouki tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 4 km from Ambagarh Chowki and around 56 km from Rajnandgaon. Kekti Tola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kekti Tola is 441580. The village covers a total geographical area of 350.46 hectares and falls under the 491668 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kekti 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 Kekti Tola
As per Census 2011, Kekti Tola village has a total population of 843 people, consisting of 409 males and 434 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 548 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 517 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kekti Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 843 | 409 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 72 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 517 | 244 | 273 |
| Literate Population | 548 | 295 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 114 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Kekti Tola
Kekti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hathi Kanhar | South | 1.38 km |
| Saonsai Tola | West | 1.57 km |
| Bharritola | North | 1.64 km |
| Maldongri | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Khursipar | North | 2.80 km |
| Semharbandha | South | 3.14 km |
| Chikhli | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Kodu Tola | West | 3.50 km |
| Dhanapayali | South | 3.52 km |
| Bhadsena | West | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kekti Tola
Kekti Tola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kusumkasa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.8 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 Kekti Tola is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Kekti Tola is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kekti Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kekti Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kekti 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 Kekti 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kekti Tola
Where is Kekti Tola located?
Kekti Tola village is located in Ambagarh Chouki Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kekti Tola?
Kekti Tola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kekti Tola?
The pincode of Kekti Tola is 491668.
What is the population of Kekti Tola?
Kekti Tola has a total population of 843, including 409 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Kekti Tola?
There are 167 households in Kekti Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Kekti Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kekti Tola is 65.01%. Male literacy is 72.13% and female literacy is 58.29%.