Guttitola - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Guttitola is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Gotitola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guttitola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guttitola is 447473. The village covers a total geographical area of 460.48 hectares and falls under the 494336 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Guttitola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guttitola
As per Census 2011, Guttitola village has a total population of 638 people, consisting of 314 males and 324 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 444 literate and 194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 425 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guttitola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 638 | 314 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 425 | 202 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 249 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 65 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Guttitola
Guttitola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandeli | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Hinganjhar | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Jambahara | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Bagdongari | West | 3.28 km |
| Udkuda | East | 3.46 km |
| Awrabhat | South | 3.90 km |
| Khairkheda | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Gadagauri | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Potgaon | South-West | 4.37 km |
| Kottara | North-West | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guttitola
Guttitola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.0 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 Charama to Guttitola is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Guttitola is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guttitola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guttitola 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Guttitola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guttitola 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 Guttitola
Where is Guttitola located?
Guttitola village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guttitola?
The Gram Panchayat of Guttitola is Gotitola.
What is the pincode of Guttitola?
The pincode of Guttitola is 494336.
What is the population of Guttitola?
Guttitola has a total population of 638, including 314 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Guttitola?
There are 168 households in Guttitola.
What is the literacy rate in Guttitola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guttitola is 69.59%. Male literacy is 79.30% and female literacy is 60.19%.