Tola Chhira - Chanan, Banka
Tola Chhira is a village situated in the Chanan subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanan and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Kaswabaliya (north) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Chhira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Chhira is 241660. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 813106 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Tola Chhira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Chhira
As per Census 2011, Tola Chhira village has a total population of 1,482 people, consisting of 761 males and 721 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 349 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 468 literate and 1,014 illiterate residents. Additionally, 281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tola Chhira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,482 | 761 | 721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 168 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 147 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 468 | 324 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,014 | 437 | 577 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Chhira
Tola Chhira 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 Chhira
Tola Chhira 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 >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 Banka to Tola Chhira is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tola Chhira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Chhira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tola Chhira
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 Chhira 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tola Chhira
Where is Tola Chhira located?
Tola Chhira village is located in Chanan Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tola Chhira?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Chhira is Kaswabaliya (north).
What is the pincode of Tola Chhira?
The pincode of Tola Chhira is 813106.
What is the population of Tola Chhira?
Tola Chhira has a total population of 1,482, including 761 males and 721 females.
How many households are there in Tola Chhira?
There are 226 households in Tola Chhira.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Chhira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Chhira is 31.58%. Male literacy is 42.58% and female literacy is 19.97%.