Tilaundha - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Tilaundha is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Telaundha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilaundha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilaundha is 240194. The village covers a total geographical area of 224 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Tilaundha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tilaundha
According to the 2011 Census, Tilaundha village had a total population of 1,436 people, including 772 males and 664 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.76%, with male literacy at 75.78% and female literacy at 60.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,436 | 772 | 664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 132 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 93 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 823 | 485 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 287 | 326 |
Nearby Villages of Tilaundha
Tilaundha 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 Tilaundha
Tilaundha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tilaundha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Tilaundha is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Tilaundha is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilaundha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilaundha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tilaundha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilaundha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tilaundha
Where is Tilaundha located?
Tilaundha village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilaundha?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilaundha is Telaundha.
What is the pincode of Tilaundha?
The pincode of Tilaundha is 813204.
What is the population of Tilaundha?
Tilaundha had a total population of 1,436, including 772 males and 664 females.
How many households are there in Tilaundha?
Tilaundha had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilaundha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilaundha was 68.76%. Male literacy was 75.78% and female literacy was 60.68%.