Jhithra Tola - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Jhithra Tola is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Jhithratola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhithra Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhithra Tola is 440892. The village covers a total geographical area of 310.36 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Jhithra 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 Jhithra Tola
As per Census 2011, Jhithra Tola village has a total population of 767 people, consisting of 389 males and 378 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 578 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 301 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhithra Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 767 | 389 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 301 | 160 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 328 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 61 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Jhithra Tola
Jhithra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kallu Tola | West | 1.28 km |
| Shikari Tola | East | 1.57 km |
| Baniya Tola | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Riwa Tola | South | 2.15 km |
| Magar Ghokhara | South | 2.21 km |
| Barchha Tola | West | 2.76 km |
| Maharajpur | North | 3.26 km |
| Nagar Kohra | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Rampur | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Jarhamhaka | South | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhithra Tola
Jhithra Tola 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 Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.3 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 Jhithra Tola is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Jhithra Tola is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhithra Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhithra Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhithra 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 Jhithra Tola 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Jhithra Tola
Where is Jhithra Tola located?
Jhithra Tola village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhithra Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhithra Tola is Jhithratola.
What is the pincode of Jhithra Tola?
The pincode of Jhithra Tola is 491558.
What is the population of Jhithra Tola?
Jhithra Tola has a total population of 767, including 389 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Jhithra Tola?
There are 152 households in Jhithra Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Jhithra Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhithra Tola is 75.36%. Male literacy is 84.32% and female literacy is 66.14%.