Lalu Tola - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Lalu Tola is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Lalutola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lalu Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalu Tola is 440879. The village covers a total geographical area of 417.41 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Lalu 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 Lalu Tola
As per Census 2011, Lalu Tola village has a total population of 970 people, consisting of 487 males and 483 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 663 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 578 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lalu Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 970 | 487 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 578 | 290 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 663 | 383 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 104 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Lalu Tola
Lalu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dani Tola | West | 2.54 km |
| Chikhala Kasa | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Bhima Tola | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Gota Tola | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Sitakasa | West | 3.18 km |
| Junnapani | South | 3.90 km |
| Annu Tola | East | 4.02 km |
| Parewadeeh | East | 4.04 km |
| Turregarh | North-West | 4.23 km |
| Nangu Tola | South-East | 4.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lalu Tola
Lalu Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kusumkasa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.1 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 Lalu Tola is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Lalu Tola is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalu Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalu Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lalu 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 Lalu 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 Lalu Tola
Where is Lalu Tola located?
Lalu Tola village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalu Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Lalu Tola is Lalutola.
What is the pincode of Lalu Tola?
The pincode of Lalu Tola is 491558.
What is the population of Lalu Tola?
Lalu Tola has a total population of 970, including 487 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Lalu Tola?
There are 181 households in Lalu Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Lalu Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalu Tola is 68.35%. Male literacy is 78.64% and female literacy is 57.97%.