Purram Tola - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Purram 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 42 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Purramtola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purram Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purram Tola is 440900. The village covers a total geographical area of 411.51 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Purram 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 Purram Tola
As per Census 2011, Purram Tola village has a total population of 776 people, consisting of 384 males and 392 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 469 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purram Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 776 | 384 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 49 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 48 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 279 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 105 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Purram Tola
Purram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kirgaha Tola | West | 1.70 km |
| Jarhamhaka | North | 1.85 km |
| Kokpur | East | 2.31 km |
| Pande Tola | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Shikari Mahka | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Bital | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Magar Ghokhara | North | 3.35 km |
| Telgaon | South | 3.37 km |
| Riwa Tola | North | 3.62 km |
| Arsi Tola | East | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purram Tola
Purram 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 58.6 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 Purram Tola is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Purram Tola is about 42 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 Purram Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purram 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 Purram 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 Purram 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 Purram Tola
Where is Purram Tola located?
Purram Tola village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purram Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Purram Tola is Purramtola.
What is the pincode of Purram Tola?
The pincode of Purram Tola is 491558.
What is the population of Purram Tola?
Purram Tola has a total population of 776, including 384 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Purram Tola?
There are 158 households in Purram Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Purram Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purram Tola is 60.44%. Male literacy is 72.66% and female literacy is 48.47%.