Tonha Israin - Bhargama, Araria
Tonha Israin is a village situated in the Bhargama subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhargama and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Dhaneshri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tonha Israin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tonha Israin is 221690. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 854334 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Tonha Israin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raniganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Araria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tonha Israin
According to the 2011 Census, Tonha Israin village had a total population of 901 people, including 464 males and 437 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.00%, with male literacy at 46.93% and female literacy at 26.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 901 | 464 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 89 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 90 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 176 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 288 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Tonha Israin
Tonha Israin 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 Tonha Israin
Tonha Israin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Banmankhi to Tonha Israin is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Tonha Israin 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 Tonha Israin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tonha Israin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tonha Israin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tonha Israin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tonha Israin
Where is Tonha Israin located?
Tonha Israin village is located in Bhargama Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tonha Israin?
The Gram Panchayat of Tonha Israin is Dhaneshri.
What is the pincode of Tonha Israin?
The pincode of Tonha Israin is 854334.
What is the population of Tonha Israin?
Tonha Israin had a total population of 901, including 464 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Tonha Israin?
Tonha Israin had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tonha Israin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tonha Israin was 37.00%. Male literacy was 46.93% and female literacy was 26.16%.