Dhurwa Tola - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Dhurwa Tola is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Kancanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhurwa Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhurwa Tola is 502173. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.48 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Dhurwa 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 Dhurwa Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Dhurwa Tola village had a total population of 197 people, including 100 males and 97 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.36%, with male literacy at 73.26% and female literacy at 37.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 159.
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 | 197 | 100 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 83 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 63 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 37 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Dhurwa Tola
Dhurwa 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 Dhurwa Tola
Dhurwa Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Dhurwa Tola is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhurwa Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhurwa 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhurwa 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 Dhurwa Tola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhurwa Tola
Where is Dhurwa Tola located?
Dhurwa Tola village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhurwa Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhurwa Tola is Kancanpur.
What is the pincode of Dhurwa Tola?
The pincode of Dhurwa Tola is 484881.
What is the population of Dhurwa Tola?
Dhurwa Tola had a total population of 197, including 100 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Dhurwa Tola?
Dhurwa Tola had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhurwa Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhurwa Tola was 56.36%. Male literacy was 73.26% and female literacy was 37.97%.