Changotola - Lamta, Balaghat

Changotola is a village situated in the Lamta tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Balaghat and around 60 km from Balaghat. Changotola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Changotola is 497670. The village covers a total geographical area of 293.36 hectares and falls under the 481551 pincode. Balaghat is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.

Changotola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Changotola

According to the 2011 Census, Changotola village had a total population of 2,103 people, including 1,039 males and 1,064 females, living in 499 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.37%, with male literacy at 93.43% and female literacy at 79.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 175.

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 Population2,1031,0391,064
Child Population (0–6 yrs)261126135
Scheduled Castes (SC)1064561
Scheduled Tribes (ST)1758887
Literate Population1,591853738
Illiterate Population512186326

Nearby Villages of Changotola

Changotola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Nearby VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
PachpedhiNorth0.98 km
HirbatolaSouth-West2.02 km
DhimrutolaSouth2.07 km
ChanewadaNorth-West2.12 km
KumjharEast2.67 km
BarkhedaNorth-East2.89 km
NagarwadaWest3.35 km
GhanghariaNorth3.47 km
Mahake PataSouth3.65 km
ThakurtolaNorth3.71 km

Transport and Connectivity of Changotola

Changotola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Changotola, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.9 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceNoAvailable within >10 km
Private Bus ServiceNoAvailable within >10 km
Railway StationYesAvailable within village

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balaghat to Changotola is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Changotola

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Changotola village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankYesAvailable within village
ATMYesAvailable within village
Post OfficeYesAvailable within village

Health Facilities in Changotola

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Changotola village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)YesAvailable within village
Primary Health Centre (PHC)YesAvailable within village
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within >10 km

FAQs about Changotola

Where is Changotola located?

Changotola village is located in Lamta Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.

What is the Gram Panchayat of Changotola?

Changotola is its own Gram Panchayat.

What is the pincode of Changotola?

The pincode of Changotola is 481551.

What is the population of Changotola?

Changotola had a total population of 2,103, including 1,039 males and 1,064 females.

How many households are there in Changotola?

Changotola had 499 households.

What is the literacy rate in Changotola?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Changotola was 86.37%. Male literacy was 93.43% and female literacy was 79.44%.