Hidkotola - Mohla, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Hidkotola is a village situated in the Mohla tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from Mohla and around 94 km from Rajnandgaon. Mandavitola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hidkotola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hidkotola is 441213. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.64 hectares and falls under the 491665 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Hidkotola 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 Hidkotola
As per Census 2011, Hidkotola village has a total population of 287 people, consisting of 143 males and 144 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 153 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 268 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hidkotola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 287 | 143 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 134 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 83 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 60 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Hidkotola
Hidkotola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandawitola | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Chawargaon | South | 1.58 km |
| Dehle | West | 1.73 km |
| Bhagawantola | East | 1.91 km |
| Karamari | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Kurubhatti | South | 2.85 km |
| Parremeta | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Pangri | North | 3.10 km |
| Chiladabri | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Keshal Dabri | North | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hidkotola
Hidkotola 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 Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.6 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 Hidkotola is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Hidkotola is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hidkotola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hidkotola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hidkotola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hidkotola 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hidkotola
Where is Hidkotola located?
Hidkotola village is located in Mohla Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hidkotola?
The Gram Panchayat of Hidkotola is Mandavitola.
What is the pincode of Hidkotola?
The pincode of Hidkotola is 491665.
What is the population of Hidkotola?
Hidkotola has a total population of 287, including 143 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Hidkotola?
There are 53 households in Hidkotola.
What is the literacy rate in Hidkotola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hidkotola is 53.31%. Male literacy is 58.04% and female literacy is 48.61%.