Tola Dunwa - Katoria, Banka
Tola Dunwa is a village situated in the Katoria subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katoria and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Katiyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Dunwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Dunwa is 242314. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 814131 pincode. Deoghar(jharkhand) is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Tola Dunwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Dunwa
According to the 2011 Census, Tola Dunwa village had a total population of 346 people, including 173 males and 173 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.53%, with male literacy at 19.31% and female literacy at 9.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 339.
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 | 346 | 173 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 339 | 171 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 28 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 145 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Dunwa
Tola Dunwa 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 Dunwa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Tola Dunwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dunwa is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Tola Dunwa 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 Dunwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Dunwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tola Dunwa
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 Dunwa 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 Dunwa
Where is Tola Dunwa located?
Tola Dunwa village is located in Katoria Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tola Dunwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Dunwa is Katiyari.
What is the pincode of Tola Dunwa?
The pincode of Tola Dunwa is 814131.
What is the population of Tola Dunwa?
Tola Dunwa had a total population of 346, including 173 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Tola Dunwa?
Tola Dunwa had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Dunwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Dunwa was 14.53%. Male literacy was 19.31% and female literacy was 9.72%.