Tola Charan - Katoria, Banka
Tola Charan is a village situated in the Katoria subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katoria and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Lakrama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Charan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Charan is 242256. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.6 hectares and falls under the 813106 pincode. Deoghar(jharkhand) is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Tola Charan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Charan
According to the 2011 Census, Tola Charan village had a total population of 334 people, including 175 males and 159 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.39%, with male literacy at 37.12% and female literacy at 12.90%.
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 | 334 | 175 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 49 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 126 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Charan
Tola Charan 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 Charan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Tola Charan.
| 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 Charan is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Tola Charan 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 Charan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Charan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tola Charan
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 Charan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tola Charan
Where is Tola Charan located?
Tola Charan village is located in Katoria Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tola Charan?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Charan is Lakrama.
What is the pincode of Tola Charan?
The pincode of Tola Charan is 813106.
What is the population of Tola Charan?
Tola Charan had a total population of 334, including 175 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Tola Charan?
Tola Charan had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Charan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Charan was 25.39%. Male literacy was 37.12% and female literacy was 12.90%.