Tola Khasia - Belhar, Banka
Tola Khasia is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Teliya Kumri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Khasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Khasia is 241446. The village covers a total geographical area of 337 hectares and falls under the 813202 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Tola Khasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Khasia
As per Census 2011, Tola Khasia village has a total population of 1,297 people, consisting of 671 males and 626 females. The village has 240 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 336 literate and 961 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 500 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tola Khasia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,297 | 671 | 626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 116 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 500 | 255 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 197 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 961 | 474 | 487 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Khasia
Tola Khasia 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 Tola Khasia
Tola Khasia 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Tola Khasia is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Tola Khasia is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tola Khasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Khasia 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tola Khasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tola Khasia 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 Tola Khasia
Where is Tola Khasia located?
Tola Khasia village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tola Khasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Khasia is Teliya Kumri.
What is the pincode of Tola Khasia?
The pincode of Tola Khasia is 813202.
What is the population of Tola Khasia?
Tola Khasia has a total population of 1,297, including 671 males and 626 females.
How many households are there in Tola Khasia?
There are 240 households in Tola Khasia.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Khasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Khasia is 25.91%. Male literacy is 29.36% and female literacy is 22.20%.