Gota Tola - Kumarda, Rajnandgaon
Gota Tola is a village situated in the Kumarda tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from Chhuriya and around 42 km from Rajnandgaon. Haladula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gota Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gota Tola is 441022. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.92 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Dongargaon is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Gota 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 Gota Tola
As per Census 2011, Gota Tola village has a total population of 395 people, consisting of 200 males and 195 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 275 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gota Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 395 | 200 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 137 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 129 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 71 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Gota Tola
Gota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parewadeeh | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Umarwahi | North | 2.56 km |
| Lalu Tola | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Annu Tola | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Bhima Tola | South | 3.65 km |
| Badgaon | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Barbaspur | North | 4.50 km |
| Turregarh | West | 4.64 km |
| Sitakasa | West | 5.26 km |
| Dani Tola | South-West | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gota Tola
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gota Tola. The nearest railway station is Kusumkasa, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.3 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 Gota Tola is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Gota 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 Gota Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gota 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gota 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 Gota 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 Gota Tola
Where is Gota Tola located?
Gota Tola village is located in Kumarda Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gota Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Gota Tola is Haladula.
What is the pincode of Gota Tola?
The pincode of Gota Tola is 491558.
What is the population of Gota Tola?
Gota Tola has a total population of 395, including 200 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Gota Tola?
There are 71 households in Gota Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Gota Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gota Tola is 59.24%. Male literacy is 64.50% and female literacy is 53.85%.