Tola Machna - Phulidumar, Banka
Tola Machna is a village situated in the Phulidumar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulidumar and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Bhitiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Machna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Machna is 241434. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 813207 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Tola Machna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Machna
According to the 2011 Census, Tola Machna village had a total population of 161 people, including 82 males and 79 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.04%, with male literacy at 40.85% and female literacy at 28.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 29 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 53 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Machna
Tola Machna 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 Machna
Public transport in the Tola Machna is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Banka to Tola Machna is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tola Machna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Machna 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tola Machna
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 Machna 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 Machna
Where is Tola Machna located?
Tola Machna village is located in Phulidumar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tola Machna?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Machna is Bhitiya.
What is the pincode of Tola Machna?
The pincode of Tola Machna is 813207.
What is the population of Tola Machna?
Tola Machna had a total population of 161, including 82 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Tola Machna?
Tola Machna had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Machna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Machna was 35.04%. Male literacy was 40.85% and female literacy was 28.79%.