Gora Tola - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Gora Tola is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Sarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gora Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gora Tola is 502058. The village covers a total geographical area of 381.84 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Burhar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Gora 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 Gora Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Gora Tola village had a total population of 521 people, including 254 males and 267 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.32%, with male literacy at 77.83% and female literacy at 61.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 510.
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 | 521 | 254 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 510 | 250 | 260 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 158 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 96 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Gora Tola
Gora 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 Gora Tola
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gora Tola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Burhar to Gora Tola is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Gora Tola is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gora Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gora 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 Gora 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 Gora 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 Gora Tola
Where is Gora Tola located?
Gora Tola village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gora Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Gora Tola is Sarai.
What is the pincode of Gora Tola?
The pincode of Gora Tola is 484881.
What is the population of Gora Tola?
Gora Tola had a total population of 521, including 254 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Gora Tola?
Gora Tola had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gora Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gora Tola was 69.32%. Male literacy was 77.83% and female literacy was 61.61%.