Tola Surahi - Belhar, Banka
Tola Surahi 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 Surahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Surahi is 241450. The village covers a total geographical area of 231 hectares and falls under the 813202 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Tola Surahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Surahi
According to the 2011 Census, Tola Surahi village had a total population of 445 people, including 234 males and 211 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.92%, with male literacy at 63.50% and female literacy at 28.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 445 | 234 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 34 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 127 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 107 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Surahi
Tola Surahi 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 Surahi
Tola Surahi 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 Surahi is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Tola Surahi 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 Surahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Surahi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tola Surahi
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 Surahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tola Surahi
Where is Tola Surahi located?
Tola Surahi village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tola Surahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Surahi is Teliya Kumri.
What is the pincode of Tola Surahi?
The pincode of Tola Surahi is 813202.
What is the population of Tola Surahi?
Tola Surahi had a total population of 445, including 234 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Tola Surahi?
Tola Surahi had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Surahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Surahi was 47.92%. Male literacy was 63.50% and female literacy was 28.57%.