Guddatola - Durgkondal, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Guddatola is a village situated in the Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgkondal and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Karaki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guddatola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guddatola is 447706. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.68 hectares and falls under the 494669 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Guddatola 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 Guddatola
According to the 2011 Census, Guddatola village had a total population of 279 people, including 133 males and 146 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.37%, with male literacy at 83.19% and female literacy at 59.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 193.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 133 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 89 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 94 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 39 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Guddatola
Guddatola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaurgaon | West | 1.78 km |
| Kodekurse | South | 1.92 km |
| Karaki | North | 1.93 km |
| Surungdah | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Nelchang | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Godpal | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Kondruj | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Kodogaon | East | 3.87 km |
| Michewada | South | 3.92 km |
| Paliyar | South-West | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guddatola
Guddatola 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 Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.9 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 Bhanupratappur to Guddatola is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Guddatola is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guddatola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guddatola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Guddatola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guddatola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Guddatola
Where is Guddatola located?
Guddatola village is located in Durgkondal Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Guddatola?
The Gram Panchayat of Guddatola is Karaki.
What is the pincode of Guddatola?
The pincode of Guddatola is 494669.
What is the population of Guddatola?
Guddatola had a total population of 279, including 133 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Guddatola?
Guddatola had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guddatola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guddatola was 70.37%. Male literacy was 83.19% and female literacy was 59.23%.