Tola Bhalua - Katoria, Banka
Tola Bhalua 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 50 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Jaipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Bhalua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Bhalua is 242269. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 813106 pincode. Deoghar(jharkhand) is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tola Bhalua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Bhalua
According to the 2011 Census, Tola Bhalua village had a total population of 851 people, including 451 males and 400 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.21%, with male literacy at 74.74% and female literacy at 54.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113.
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 | 851 | 451 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 71 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 57 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 284 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 167 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Bhalua
Tola Bhalua 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 Bhalua
Tola Bhalua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tola Bhalua.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deoghar(jharkhand) to Tola Bhalua is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Tola Bhalua 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 Bhalua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Bhalua 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 Bhalua
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 Bhalua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tola Bhalua
Where is Tola Bhalua located?
Tola Bhalua village is located in Katoria Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tola Bhalua?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Bhalua is Jaipur.
What is the pincode of Tola Bhalua?
The pincode of Tola Bhalua is 813106.
What is the population of Tola Bhalua?
Tola Bhalua had a total population of 851, including 451 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Tola Bhalua?
Tola Bhalua had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Bhalua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Bhalua was 65.21%. Male literacy was 74.74% and female literacy was 54.13%.