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
As per Census 2011, Dhopa Tola village has a total population of 474 people, consisting of 242 males and 232 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 278 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 446 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhopa Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 242 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| 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 has a total population of 474, including 242 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Dhopa Tola?
There are 119 households in Dhopa Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Dhopa Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhopa Tola is 58.65%. Male literacy is 70.66% and female literacy is 46.12%.