Tola Khesar - Phulidumar, Banka
Tola Khesar is a village situated in the Phulidumar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulidumar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Kheshar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Khesar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Khesar is 241352. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 813207 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Tola Khesar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Khesar
According to the 2011 Census, Tola Khesar village had a total population of 2,771 people, including 1,506 males and 1,265 females, living in 560 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.89%, with male literacy at 93.37% and female literacy at 79.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 2,771 | 1,506 | 1,265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 239 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,041 | 1,183 | 858 |
| Illiterate Population | 730 | 323 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Khesar
Tola Khesar 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 Khesar
Tola Khesar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Tola Khesar is about 30 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 Khesar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Khesar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tola Khesar
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 Khesar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tola Khesar
Where is Tola Khesar located?
Tola Khesar village is located in Phulidumar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tola Khesar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Khesar is Kheshar.
What is the pincode of Tola Khesar?
The pincode of Tola Khesar is 813207.
What is the population of Tola Khesar?
Tola Khesar had a total population of 2,771, including 1,506 males and 1,265 females.
How many households are there in Tola Khesar?
Tola Khesar had 560 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Khesar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Khesar was 86.89%. Male literacy was 93.37% and female literacy was 79.30%.