Tola Pokharia - Katoria, Banka
Tola Pokharia is a village situated in the Katoria subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katoria and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Katiyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Pokharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Pokharia is 242272. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.2 hectares and falls under the 813106 pincode. Deoghar(jharkhand) is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tola Pokharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Pokharia
As per Census 2011, Tola Pokharia village has a total population of 220 people, consisting of 120 males and 100 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 53 literate and 167 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tola Pokharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 220 | 120 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 35 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 85 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Pokharia
Tola Pokharia 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 Pokharia
Tola Pokharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Deoghar(jharkhand) to Tola Pokharia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Tola Pokharia is about 56 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 Pokharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Pokharia 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 Pokharia
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 Pokharia 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 Pokharia
Where is Tola Pokharia located?
Tola Pokharia village is located in Katoria Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tola Pokharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Pokharia is Katiyari.
What is the pincode of Tola Pokharia?
The pincode of Tola Pokharia is 813106.
What is the population of Tola Pokharia?
Tola Pokharia has a total population of 220, including 120 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Tola Pokharia?
There are 45 households in Tola Pokharia.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Pokharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Pokharia is 24.09%. Male literacy is 29.17% and female literacy is 18.00%.