Chhapra Tola - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Chhapra Tola is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Bharri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhapra Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhapra Tola is 501202. The village covers a total geographical area of 1062.11 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Jaisinghnagar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chhapra 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 Beohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhapra Tola
As per Census 2011, Chhapra Tola village has a total population of 575 people, consisting of 286 males and 289 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 310 literate and 265 illiterate residents. Additionally, 509 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhapra Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 575 | 286 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 509 | 258 | 251 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 182 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 104 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Chhapra Tola
Chhapra 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 Chhapra Tola
Chhapra Tola 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 >10 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 Jaisinghnagar to Chhapra Tola is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Chhapra Tola is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhapra Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhapra Tola 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 Chhapra 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 Chhapra Tola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhapra Tola
Where is Chhapra Tola located?
Chhapra Tola village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhapra Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhapra Tola is Bharri.
What is the pincode of Chhapra Tola?
The pincode of Chhapra Tola is 484771.
What is the population of Chhapra Tola?
Chhapra Tola has a total population of 575, including 286 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Chhapra Tola?
There are 143 households in Chhapra Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Chhapra Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhapra Tola is 53.91%. Male literacy is 63.64% and female literacy is 44.29%.