Kirgaha Tola - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Kirgaha Tola is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Purramtola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kirgaha Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirgaha Tola is 440899. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.86 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kirgaha 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 Kirgaha Tola
As per Census 2011, Kirgaha Tola village has a total population of 516 people, consisting of 271 males and 245 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 298 literate and 218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 293 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kirgaha Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 516 | 271 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 58 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 150 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 182 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 89 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Kirgaha Tola
Kirgaha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purram Tola | East | 1.70 km |
| Shikari Mahka | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Pande Tola | South | 2.16 km |
| Bholapur | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Jarhamhaka | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Tendu Tola | West | 2.66 km |
| Jhala Tola | South | 3.39 km |
| Magar Ghokhara | North | 3.78 km |
| Kokpur | East | 4.01 km |
| Telgaon | South-East | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kirgaha Tola
Kirgaha 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 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 Kirgaha Tola is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Kirgaha Tola is about 45 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 Kirgaha Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirgaha 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 Kirgaha 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 Kirgaha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kirgaha Tola
Where is Kirgaha Tola located?
Kirgaha Tola village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kirgaha Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Kirgaha Tola is Purramtola.
What is the pincode of Kirgaha Tola?
The pincode of Kirgaha Tola is 491558.
What is the population of Kirgaha Tola?
Kirgaha Tola has a total population of 516, including 271 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Kirgaha Tola?
There are 110 households in Kirgaha Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Kirgaha Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirgaha Tola is 57.75%. Male literacy is 67.16% and female literacy is 47.35%.