Bagaiha Tola - Kotma, Anuppur
Bagaiha Tola is a village situated in the Kotma tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotma and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Bagiyatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagaiha Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagaiha Tola is 501719. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.71 hectares and falls under the 484334 pincode. Kotma is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bagaiha 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 Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagaiha Tola
As per Census 2011, Bagaiha Tola village has a total population of 491 people, consisting of 252 males and 239 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 288 literate and 203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagaiha Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 491 | 252 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 27 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 182 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 70 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Bagaiha Tola
Bagaiha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bargawan | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Thodaha (dhodaha) | East | 2.10 km |
| Manmari | East | 3.42 km |
| Gohandra (gohdara) | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Jogi Tola | West | 4.11 km |
| Beliya Badi | North-West | 4.64 km |
| Chatha Tola | West | 5.83 km |
| Lama Tola | North | 5.87 km |
| Changeri | East | 5.95 km |
| Dhumma | West | 6.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bagaiha Tola
Bagaiha Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kotma, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotma to Bagaiha Tola is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Bagaiha Tola is about 39 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 Bagaiha Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagaiha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bagaiha 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 Bagaiha 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 Bagaiha Tola
Where is Bagaiha Tola located?
Bagaiha Tola village is located in Kotma Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagaiha Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagaiha Tola is Bagiyatola.
What is the pincode of Bagaiha Tola?
The pincode of Bagaiha Tola is 484334.
What is the population of Bagaiha Tola?
Bagaiha Tola has a total population of 491, including 252 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Bagaiha Tola?
There are 136 households in Bagaiha Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Bagaiha Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagaiha Tola is 58.66%. Male literacy is 72.22% and female literacy is 44.35%.