Bucha Tola - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Bucha Tola is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Buchatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bucha Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bucha Tola is 440947. The village covers a total geographical area of 616.86 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bucha 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 Bucha Tola
As per Census 2011, Bucha Tola village has a total population of 1,527 people, consisting of 790 males and 737 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 930 literate and 597 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,067 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bucha Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,527 | 790 | 737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 119 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 70 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,067 | 553 | 514 |
| Literate Population | 930 | 554 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 597 | 236 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Bucha Tola
Bucha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gidhwa Bhanwar | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Kallu Banjari | South | 2.56 km |
| Masul | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Amgaon | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Bhakurra | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Gerughat | West | 3.38 km |
| Dharmu Tola | East | 3.40 km |
| Kesho Tola | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Hat Banjari | South | 4.21 km |
| Dama Banjari | South-West | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bucha Tola
Bucha 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 57.6 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 Chhuria to Bucha Tola is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Bucha Tola is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bucha Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bucha 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 Bucha 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 Bucha Tola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bucha Tola
Where is Bucha Tola located?
Bucha Tola village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bucha Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Bucha Tola is Buchatola.
What is the pincode of Bucha Tola?
The pincode of Bucha Tola is 491558.
What is the population of Bucha Tola?
Bucha Tola has a total population of 1,527, including 790 males and 737 females.
How many households are there in Bucha Tola?
There are 297 households in Bucha Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Bucha Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bucha Tola is 60.90%. Male literacy is 70.13% and female literacy is 51.02%.