Kidangitola - Paraswada, Balaghat
Kidangitola is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Mohgaon (mal) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kidangitola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kidangitola is 498401. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.41 hectares and falls under the 481105 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kidangitola 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 Kidangitola
According to the 2011 Census, Kidangitola village had a total population of 282 people, including 142 males and 140 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.91%, with male literacy at 59.02% and female literacy at 54.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 210.
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 | 282 | 142 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 115 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 70 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Kidangitola
Kidangitola 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 Kidangitola
Kidangitola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baihar to Kidangitola is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Kidangitola is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kidangitola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kidangitola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kidangitola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kidangitola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kidangitola
Where is Kidangitola located?
Kidangitola village is located in Paraswada Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kidangitola?
The Gram Panchayat of Kidangitola is Mohgaon (mal).
What is the pincode of Kidangitola?
The pincode of Kidangitola is 481105.
What is the population of Kidangitola?
Kidangitola had a total population of 282, including 142 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Kidangitola?
Kidangitola had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kidangitola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kidangitola was 56.91%. Male literacy was 59.02% and female literacy was 54.84%.