Kurran Tola - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Kurran Tola is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Lapari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurran Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurran Tola is 501226. The village covers a total geographical area of 1154.43 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Jaisinghnagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kurran 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 Kurran Tola
As per Census 2011, Kurran Tola village has a total population of 231 people, consisting of 115 males and 116 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 113 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurran Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 231 | 115 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 51 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 72 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 43 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Kurran Tola
Kurran 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawa Tola | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Lapri | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Mitaura | West | 3.87 km |
| Mithi | North | 4.25 km |
| Chandaura | North-East | 4.90 km |
| Darain | North | 5.62 km |
| Bela | South | 5.67 km |
| Kurkuti | South-West | 5.68 km |
| Jagra Tola (jagda) | North-West | 5.86 km |
| Dadar | North-West | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurran Tola
Kurran Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shahdol, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jaisinghnagar to Kurran Tola is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Kurran Tola is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurran Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurran Tola 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kurran 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 Kurran 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 Kurran Tola
Where is Kurran Tola located?
Kurran Tola village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurran Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurran Tola is Lapari.
What is the pincode of Kurran Tola?
The pincode of Kurran Tola is 484771.
What is the population of Kurran Tola?
Kurran Tola has a total population of 231, including 115 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Kurran Tola?
There are 65 households in Kurran Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Kurran Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurran Tola is 48.92%. Male literacy is 62.61% and female literacy is 35.34%.