Purvatola - Lanji, Balaghat
Purvatola is a village situated in the Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanji and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Purwatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purvatola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purvatola is 498622. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.31 hectares and falls under the 481222 pincode. Lanji is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Purvatola 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 Purvatola
According to the 2011 Census, Purvatola village had a total population of 1,587 people, including 794 males and 793 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.81%, with male literacy at 87.34% and female literacy at 68.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 190.
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 | 1,587 | 794 | 793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 99 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 93 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 1,080 | 607 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 507 | 187 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Purvatola
Purvatola 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 Purvatola
Purvatola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Lanji to Purvatola is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Purvatola is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purvatola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purvatola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purvatola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purvatola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purvatola
Where is Purvatola located?
Purvatola village is located in Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purvatola?
The Gram Panchayat of Purvatola is Purwatola.
What is the pincode of Purvatola?
The pincode of Purvatola is 481222.
What is the population of Purvatola?
Purvatola had a total population of 1,587, including 794 males and 793 females.
How many households are there in Purvatola?
Purvatola had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purvatola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purvatola was 77.81%. Male literacy was 87.34% and female literacy was 68.25%.