Kunda Tola - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Kunda Tola is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Kundatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunda Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunda Tola is 501187. The village covers a total geographical area of 864.21 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Jaisinghnagar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kunda 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 Kunda Tola
As per Census 2011, Kunda Tola village has a total population of 1,695 people, consisting of 876 males and 819 females. The village has 414 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 960 literate and 735 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,281 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunda Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,695 | 876 | 819 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 117 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,281 | 650 | 631 |
| Literate Population | 960 | 594 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 735 | 282 | 453 |
Nearby Villages of Kunda Tola
Kunda Tola 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 Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Charhet | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Bansukli | North | 3.21 km |
| Ratga | South | 4.65 km |
| Patharwar | South | 5.09 km |
| Budhsar | South-West | 5.20 km |
| Mudariya Tola | North-West | 5.85 km |
| Mahua Tola | South | 5.98 km |
| Domhar | West | 6.20 km |
| Pateriya Tola | South-West | 6.62 km |
| Pondi | West | 6.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kunda Tola
Kunda Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Duvri Kalan, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisinghnagar to Kunda Tola is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Kunda 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 Kunda Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunda Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kunda 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 Kunda Tola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kunda Tola
Where is Kunda Tola located?
Kunda Tola village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunda Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunda Tola is Kundatola.
What is the pincode of Kunda Tola?
The pincode of Kunda Tola is 484771.
What is the population of Kunda Tola?
Kunda Tola has a total population of 1,695, including 876 males and 819 females.
How many households are there in Kunda Tola?
There are 414 households in Kunda Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Kunda Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunda Tola is 56.64%. Male literacy is 67.81% and female literacy is 44.69%.