Guhatola - Mohla, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Guhatola is a village situated in the Mohla tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from Mohla and around 84 km from Rajnandgaon. Vijaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guhatola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guhatola is 441284. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.42 hectares and falls under the 491666 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Guhatola 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 Guhatola
As per Census 2011, Guhatola village has a total population of 678 people, consisting of 317 males and 361 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 1,138 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 469 literate and 209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 419 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guhatola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 678 | 317 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 419 | 194 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 244 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 73 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Guhatola
Guhatola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raysing Salhe | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Halamitola | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Vijaypur | South | 1.30 km |
| Tendutola | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Katengatola | West | 1.92 km |
| Dumartola | North | 2.08 km |
| Madingpiding Bhursa | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Kudum Kasa | East | 2.20 km |
| Markamtola | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Rengakathera | South | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guhatola
Guhatola 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 91.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Guhatola is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Guhatola is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guhatola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guhatola 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guhatola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guhatola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Guhatola
Where is Guhatola located?
Guhatola village is located in Mohla Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guhatola?
The Gram Panchayat of Guhatola is Vijaypur.
What is the pincode of Guhatola?
The pincode of Guhatola is 491666.
What is the population of Guhatola?
Guhatola has a total population of 678, including 317 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Guhatola?
There are 134 households in Guhatola.
What is the literacy rate in Guhatola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guhatola is 69.17%. Male literacy is 76.97% and female literacy is 62.33%.