Pande Tola - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Pande Tola is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Pandetola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pande Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pande Tola is 440903. The village covers a total geographical area of 479.5 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Pande 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 Pande Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Pande Tola village had a total population of 1,115 people, including 554 males and 561 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.49%, with male literacy at 81.86% and female literacy at 69.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 137, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 245.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,115 | 554 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 80 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 65 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 245 | 126 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 730 | 388 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 166 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Pande Tola
Pande 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhala Tola | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Kirgaha Tola | North | 2.16 km |
| Telgaon | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Haidalkodo | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Purram Tola | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Bholapur | West | 2.57 km |
| Bital | East | 3.27 km |
| Gahirabhedi | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Bairagi Bhendi | South-West | 3.80 km |
| Jarhamhaka | North | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pande Tola
Pande 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 59.6 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 Pande Tola is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Pande Tola is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pande Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pande Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pande 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 Pande 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pande Tola
Where is Pande Tola located?
Pande Tola village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pande Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Pande Tola is Pandetola.
What is the pincode of Pande Tola?
The pincode of Pande Tola is 491558.
What is the population of Pande Tola?
Pande Tola had a total population of 1,115, including 554 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Pande Tola?
Pande Tola had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pande Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pande Tola was 75.49%. Male literacy was 81.86% and female literacy was 69.37%.