Dharmu Tola - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Dharmu Tola is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Dharmutola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharmu Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharmu Tola is 440952. The village covers a total geographical area of 679.56 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dharmu 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 Dharmu Tola
As per Census 2011, Dharmu Tola village has a total population of 982 people, consisting of 483 males and 499 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 591 literate and 391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 651 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharmu Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 982 | 483 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 83 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 651 | 325 | 326 |
| Literate Population | 591 | 318 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 165 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Dharmu Tola
Dharmu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kesho Tola | North | 2.03 km |
| Gidhwa Bhanwar | West | 2.06 km |
| Matekheda | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Salhe Tola | East | 2.80 km |
| Masul | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Bucha Tola | West | 3.40 km |
| Lammeta | North | 3.56 km |
| Padram Tola | North | 4.23 km |
| Fafamar | South | 4.26 km |
| Chhita Kasa | South-East | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharmu Tola
Dharmu Tola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 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 Chhuria to Dharmu Tola is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Dharmu Tola is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharmu Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharmu 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharmu 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 Dharmu Tola 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharmu Tola
Where is Dharmu Tola located?
Dharmu Tola village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharmu Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharmu Tola is Dharmutola.
What is the pincode of Dharmu Tola?
The pincode of Dharmu Tola is 491558.
What is the population of Dharmu Tola?
Dharmu Tola has a total population of 982, including 483 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Dharmu Tola?
There are 177 households in Dharmu Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Dharmu Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharmu Tola is 60.18%. Male literacy is 65.84% and female literacy is 54.71%.