Tola Sheikhpura - Chanan, Banka
Tola Sheikhpura is a village situated in the Chanan subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanan and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Birniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Sheikhpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Sheikhpura is 241889. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 813106 pincode. Deoghar(jharkhand) is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Tola Sheikhpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Sheikhpura
As per Census 2011, Tola Sheikhpura village has a total population of 1,130 people, consisting of 590 males and 540 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 597 literate and 533 illiterate residents. Additionally, 843 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tola Sheikhpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,130 | 590 | 540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 88 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 843 | 439 | 404 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 597 | 377 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 533 | 213 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Sheikhpura
Tola Sheikhpura 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 Sheikhpura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Tola Sheikhpura. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Tola Sheikhpura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deoghar(jharkhand) to Tola Sheikhpura is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Tola Sheikhpura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tola Sheikhpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Sheikhpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tola Sheikhpura
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 Sheikhpura 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 Sheikhpura
Where is Tola Sheikhpura located?
Tola Sheikhpura village is located in Chanan Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tola Sheikhpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Sheikhpura is Birniya.
What is the pincode of Tola Sheikhpura?
The pincode of Tola Sheikhpura is 813106.
What is the population of Tola Sheikhpura?
Tola Sheikhpura has a total population of 1,130, including 590 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Tola Sheikhpura?
There are 183 households in Tola Sheikhpura.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Sheikhpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Sheikhpura is 52.83%. Male literacy is 63.90% and female literacy is 40.74%.