Dhopa Tola - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Dhopa Tola is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Bamhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhopa Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhopa Tola is 502142. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.94 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Dhopa 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 Dhopa Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Dhopa Tola village had a total population of 474 people, including 242 males and 232 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.64%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 52.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 446.
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 | 474 | 242 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 226 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 171 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 71 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Dhopa Tola
Dhopa Tola is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhopa Tola
Dhopa Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Amarkantak to Dhopa Tola is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Dhopa Tola is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhopa Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhopa Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhopa 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 Dhopa 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 Dhopa Tola
Where is Dhopa Tola located?
Dhopa Tola village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhopa Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhopa Tola is Bamhani.
What is the pincode of Dhopa Tola?
The pincode of Dhopa Tola is 484881.
What is the population of Dhopa Tola?
Dhopa Tola had a total population of 474, including 242 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Dhopa Tola?
Dhopa Tola had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhopa Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhopa Tola was 67.64%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 52.97%.