Tendu Tola - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Tendu Tola is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Boirdeeh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tendu Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tendu Tola is 440888. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.96 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Tendu 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 Tendu Tola
As per Census 2011, Tendu Tola village has a total population of 649 people, consisting of 318 males and 331 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 429 literate and 220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 172 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tendu Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 649 | 318 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 86 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 246 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 72 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Tendu Tola
Tendu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Boirdeeh | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Shikari Mahka | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Ghupsal | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Bholapur | South | 2.39 km |
| Kirgaha Tola | East | 2.66 km |
| Halekosa | North | 3.35 km |
| Diwan Tola | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Jarhamhaka | East | 4.08 km |
| Kumarra Chhuriya | West | 4.08 km |
| Purram Tola | East | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tendu Tola
Tendu Tola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhuria to Tendu Tola is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Tendu Tola is about 46 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 Tendu Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tendu 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tendu 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 Tendu 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tendu Tola
Where is Tendu Tola located?
Tendu Tola village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tendu Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Tendu Tola is Boirdeeh.
What is the pincode of Tendu Tola?
The pincode of Tendu Tola is 491558.
What is the population of Tendu Tola?
Tendu Tola has a total population of 649, including 318 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Tendu Tola?
There are 146 households in Tendu Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Tendu Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tendu Tola is 66.10%. Male literacy is 77.36% and female literacy is 55.29%.