Barsan Tola - Dongargaon, Rajnandgaon
Barsan Tola is a village situated in the Dongargaon tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dongargaon and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Barsantola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barsan Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsan Tola is 441150. The village covers a total geographical area of 318.37 hectares and falls under the 491661 pincode. Dongargaon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Barsan 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 Dongargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barsan Tola
As per Census 2011, Barsan Tola village has a total population of 1,194 people, consisting of 584 males and 610 females. The village has 257 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 938 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barsan Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,194 | 584 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 72 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 56 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 938 | 483 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 101 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Barsan Tola
Barsan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rudgaon | South | 1.38 km |
| Sukhri | North | 1.55 km |
| Ratapayli | East | 1.98 km |
| Amlidih | West | 2.19 km |
| Ari | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Jhika | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Bhatgvna | South | 3.03 km |
| Bhakheri | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Konari | West | 3.30 km |
| Salikjhiriya | North | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barsan Tola
Barsan Tola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bakal, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.3 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 Dongargaon to Barsan Tola is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Barsan Tola is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barsan Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsan Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barsan 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 Barsan Tola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barsan Tola
Where is Barsan Tola located?
Barsan Tola village is located in Dongargaon Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barsan Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Barsan Tola is Barsantola.
What is the pincode of Barsan Tola?
The pincode of Barsan Tola is 491661.
What is the population of Barsan Tola?
Barsan Tola has a total population of 1,194, including 584 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Barsan Tola?
There are 257 households in Barsan Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Barsan Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsan Tola is 78.56%. Male literacy is 82.71% and female literacy is 74.59%.