Kachhra Tola - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Kachhra 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. Kachharatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachhra Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachhra Tola is 502074. The village covers a total geographical area of 984.09 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Dindori is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Kachhra 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 Kachhra Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Kachhra Tola village had a total population of 1,713 people, including 861 males and 852 females, living in 407 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.99%, with male literacy at 73.38% and female literacy at 50.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 340, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,241.
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 | 1,713 | 861 | 852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 136 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 176 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,241 | 614 | 627 |
| Literate Population | 902 | 532 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 811 | 329 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Kachhra Tola
Kachhra 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 Kachhra Tola
Kachhra Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dindori to Kachhra Tola is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Kachhra Tola is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachhra Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachhra Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kachhra 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 Kachhra Tola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kachhra Tola
Where is Kachhra Tola located?
Kachhra Tola village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachhra Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachhra Tola is Kachharatola.
What is the pincode of Kachhra Tola?
The pincode of Kachhra Tola is 484881.
What is the population of Kachhra Tola?
Kachhra Tola had a total population of 1,713, including 861 males and 852 females.
How many households are there in Kachhra Tola?
Kachhra Tola had 407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kachhra Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachhra Tola was 61.99%. Male literacy was 73.38% and female literacy was 50.68%.