Tola Palania - Katoria, Banka
Tola Palania is a village situated in the Katoria subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katoria and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Kolhasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Palania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Palania is 242131. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 813106 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Tola Palania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Palania
According to the 2011 Census, Tola Palania village had a total population of 946 people, including 502 males and 444 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.08%, with male literacy at 38.24% and female literacy at 15.04%.
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 | 946 | 502 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 115 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 148 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 744 | 354 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Palania
Tola Palania 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 Palania
Public transport in the Tola Palania is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Banka to Tola Palania is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tola Palania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Palania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tola Palania
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 Palania 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 Palania
Where is Tola Palania located?
Tola Palania village is located in Katoria Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tola Palania?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Palania is Kolhasar.
What is the pincode of Tola Palania?
The pincode of Tola Palania is 813106.
What is the population of Tola Palania?
Tola Palania had a total population of 946, including 502 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Tola Palania?
Tola Palania had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Palania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Palania was 27.08%. Male literacy was 38.24% and female literacy was 15.04%.