Chatrutola - Kirnapur, Balaghat
Chatrutola is a village situated in the Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kirnapur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Kandara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chatrutola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chatrutola is 497936. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.68 hectares and falls under the 481115 pincode. Balaghat is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chatrutola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chatrutola
According to the 2011 Census, Chatrutola village had a total population of 299 people, including 149 males and 150 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.45%, with male literacy at 65.35% and female literacy at 57.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 176.
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 | 299 | 149 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 83 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 66 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Chatrutola
Chatrutola 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 Chatrutola
Chatrutola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Chatrutola has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balaghat to Chatrutola is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chatrutola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chatrutola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chatrutola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chatrutola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chatrutola
Where is Chatrutola located?
Chatrutola village is located in Kirnapur Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chatrutola?
The Gram Panchayat of Chatrutola is Kandara.
What is the pincode of Chatrutola?
The pincode of Chatrutola is 481115.
What is the population of Chatrutola?
Chatrutola had a total population of 299, including 149 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Chatrutola?
Chatrutola had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chatrutola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatrutola was 61.45%. Male literacy was 65.35% and female literacy was 57.78%.