Tola Alagjara - Katoria, Banka
Tola Alagjara is a village situated in the Katoria subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katoria and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Jaipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Alagjara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Alagjara is 242293. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.4 hectares and falls under the 814131 pincode. Deoghar(jharkhand) is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Tola Alagjara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Alagjara
According to the 2011 Census, Tola Alagjara village had a total population of 366 people, including 198 males and 168 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.34%, with male literacy at 60.26% and female literacy at 37.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 330.
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 | 366 | 198 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 42 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 330 | 181 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 94 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 104 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Alagjara
Tola Alagjara 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 Alagjara
Public transport in the Tola Alagjara 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 Deoghar(jharkhand) to Tola Alagjara is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Tola Alagjara is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tola Alagjara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Alagjara 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 Alagjara
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 Alagjara 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 Alagjara
Where is Tola Alagjara located?
Tola Alagjara village is located in Katoria Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tola Alagjara?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Alagjara is Jaipur.
What is the pincode of Tola Alagjara?
The pincode of Tola Alagjara is 814131.
What is the population of Tola Alagjara?
Tola Alagjara had a total population of 366, including 198 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Tola Alagjara?
Tola Alagjara had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Alagjara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Alagjara was 49.34%. Male literacy was 60.26% and female literacy was 37.67%.