Chihkatola - Mohla, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Chihkatola is a village situated in the Mohla tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from Mohla and around 91 km from Rajnandgaon. Kanglutola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chihkatola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chihkatola is 441328. The village covers a total geographical area of 328.64 hectares and falls under the 491666 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chihkatola 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 Chihkatola
As per Census 2011, Chihkatola village has a total population of 502 people, consisting of 263 males and 239 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 337 literate and 165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 316 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chihkatola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 502 | 263 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 41 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 316 | 168 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 204 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 59 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Chihkatola
Chihkatola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gidhali | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Teleetola | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Pidingpar | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Dugatola | North | 2.13 km |
| Kangalutola | East | 2.42 km |
| Dhutitola | East | 2.59 km |
| Dundera | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Kewat Tola | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Kudum Kasa | West | 3.24 km |
| Machandur | North-East | 3.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chihkatola
Chihkatola 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 Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chihkatola is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Chihkatola is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chihkatola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chihkatola 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chihkatola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chihkatola 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chihkatola
Where is Chihkatola located?
Chihkatola village is located in Mohla Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chihkatola?
The Gram Panchayat of Chihkatola is Kanglutola.
What is the pincode of Chihkatola?
The pincode of Chihkatola is 491666.
What is the population of Chihkatola?
Chihkatola has a total population of 502, including 263 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Chihkatola?
There are 95 households in Chihkatola.
What is the literacy rate in Chihkatola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chihkatola is 67.13%. Male literacy is 77.57% and female literacy is 55.65%.