Kesho Tola - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Kesho Tola is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Keshotola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kesho Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kesho Tola is 440948. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.46 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kesho 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 Kesho Tola
As per Census 2011, Kesho Tola village has a total population of 626 people, consisting of 319 males and 307 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 424 literate and 202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 430 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kesho Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 626 | 319 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 56 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 430 | 223 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 232 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 87 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Kesho Tola
Kesho 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 | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Dharmu Tola | South | 2.03 km |
| Lammeta | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Padram Tola | North | 2.22 km |
| Bamhni Charbhatha | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Bucha Tola | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Salhe Tola | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Amgaon | West | 4.33 km |
| Matekheda | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Kumarra Chhuriya | North-East | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kesho Tola
Kesho 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 56.4 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 Kesho Tola is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Kesho Tola is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kesho Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kesho Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kesho 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 Kesho 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kesho Tola
Where is Kesho Tola located?
Kesho Tola village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kesho Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Kesho Tola is Keshotola.
What is the pincode of Kesho Tola?
The pincode of Kesho Tola is 491558.
What is the population of Kesho Tola?
Kesho Tola has a total population of 626, including 319 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Kesho Tola?
There are 126 households in Kesho Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Kesho Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kesho Tola is 67.73%. Male literacy is 72.73% and female literacy is 62.54%.