Korcha Tola - Ambagarh Chouki, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Korcha Tola is a village situated in the Ambagarh Chouki tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Ambagarh Chowki and around 72 km from Rajnandgaon. Korchatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korcha Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korcha Tola is 441547. The village covers a total geographical area of 604.56 hectares and falls under the 491668 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Korcha 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 Korcha Tola
As per Census 2011, Korcha Tola village has a total population of 1,491 people, consisting of 713 males and 778 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,068 literate and 423 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 633 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korcha Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,491 | 713 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 90 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 116 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 633 | 306 | 327 |
| Literate Population | 1,068 | 586 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 127 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Korcha Tola
Korcha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nigenchuwa | North | 1.54 km |
| Boga Tola | South | 1.84 km |
| Botekasa | West | 2.16 km |
| Allitola | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Hemal Kohda | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Otobandha | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Pendalkuhi | North | 2.92 km |
| Ghugawa | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Ramsaytola | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Bihate Kala | South-West | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korcha Tola
Korcha 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 70.8 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 Korcha Tola is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Korcha Tola is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korcha Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korcha Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korcha 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 Korcha Tola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Korcha Tola
Where is Korcha Tola located?
Korcha Tola village is located in Ambagarh Chouki Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korcha Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Korcha Tola is Korchatola.
What is the pincode of Korcha Tola?
The pincode of Korcha Tola is 491668.
What is the population of Korcha Tola?
Korcha Tola has a total population of 1,491, including 713 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Korcha Tola?
There are 340 households in Korcha Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Korcha Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korcha Tola is 71.63%. Male literacy is 82.19% and female literacy is 61.95%.