Dhawai Tola - Kotma, Anuppur
Dhawai Tola is a village situated in the Kotma tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotma and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Sajatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhawai Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhawai Tola is 501765. The village covers a total geographical area of 460.17 hectares and falls under the 484440 pincode. Bijuri is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dhawai 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 Dhawai Tola
As per Census 2011, Dhawai Tola village has a total population of 380 people, consisting of 201 males and 179 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 167 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 372 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhawai Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 380 | 201 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 372 | 196 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 102 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 99 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Dhawai Tola
Dhawai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saja Tola | West | 1.30 km |
| Jalsar | South | 2.36 km |
| Bhuila | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Nimha | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Belgaon | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Kyontar | West | 3.52 km |
| Pakriha | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Benibahara | South-West | 4.59 km |
| Chandrauthi | North-West | 4.68 km |
| Kudri | South | 4.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhawai Tola
Dhawai Tola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bijuri, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijuri to Dhawai Tola is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Dhawai Tola is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhawai Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhawai Tola 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhawai 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 Dhawai Tola 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhawai Tola
Where is Dhawai Tola located?
Dhawai Tola village is located in Kotma Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhawai Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhawai Tola is Sajatola.
What is the pincode of Dhawai Tola?
The pincode of Dhawai Tola is 484440.
What is the population of Dhawai Tola?
Dhawai Tola has a total population of 380, including 201 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Dhawai Tola?
There are 84 households in Dhawai Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Dhawai Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhawai Tola is 43.95%. Male literacy is 50.75% and female literacy is 36.31%.