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
As per Census 2011, Pande Tola village has a total population of 1,115 people, consisting of 554 males and 561 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 730 literate and 385 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 245 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pande Tola are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,115, including 554 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Pande Tola?
There are 211 households in Pande Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Pande Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pande Tola is 65.47%. Male literacy is 70.04% and female literacy is 60.96%.