Diwantola - Lal Bahadur Nagar, Rajnandgaon
Diwantola is a village situated in the Lal Bahadur Nagar tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 36 km from Dongargarh and around 75 km from Rajnandgaon. Tatekasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Diwantola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Diwantola is 440630. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.31 hectares and falls under the 491557 pincode. Dongargarh is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Diwantola 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 Diwantola
As per Census 2011, Diwantola village has a total population of 577 people, consisting of 284 males and 293 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 320 literate and 257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 499 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Diwantola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 577 | 284 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 40 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 499 | 254 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 190 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 94 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Diwantola
Diwantola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tate Kasa | East | 1.57 km |
| Nawagaon | North | 2.00 km |
| Kothitola | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Gundri | East | 3.11 km |
| Kaneri | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Bodaldand | West | 4.05 km |
| Sailpar | North | 4.38 km |
| Bagnadi | South-West | 5.09 km |
| Karutola | North-East | 5.14 km |
| Ghodtalab | East | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Diwantola
Diwantola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bortalao, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 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 Dongargarh to Diwantola is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Diwantola is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Diwantola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Diwantola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Diwantola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Diwantola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Diwantola
Where is Diwantola located?
Diwantola village is located in Lal Bahadur Nagar Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Diwantola?
The Gram Panchayat of Diwantola is Tatekasa.
What is the pincode of Diwantola?
The pincode of Diwantola is 491557.
What is the population of Diwantola?
Diwantola has a total population of 577, including 284 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Diwantola?
There are 118 households in Diwantola.
What is the literacy rate in Diwantola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Diwantola is 55.46%. Male literacy is 66.90% and female literacy is 44.37%.