Phogu Tola - Dumraon, Buxar
Phogu Tola is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Mugaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phogu Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phogu Tola is 248168. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.4 hectares and falls under the 802126 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Phogu Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phogu Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Phogu Tola village had a total population of 918 people, including 475 males and 443 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.24%, with male literacy at 66.14% and female literacy at 30.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 918 | 475 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 94 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 252 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 223 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Phogu Tola
Phogu Tola 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 Phogu Tola
Phogu Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Phogu Tola has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Phogu Tola is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Phogu Tola is about 25 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 Phogu Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phogu Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Phogu Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phogu Tola 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 Phogu Tola
Where is Phogu Tola located?
Phogu Tola village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phogu Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Phogu Tola is Mugaon.
What is the pincode of Phogu Tola?
The pincode of Phogu Tola is 802126.
What is the population of Phogu Tola?
Phogu Tola had a total population of 918, including 475 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Phogu Tola?
Phogu Tola had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phogu Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phogu Tola was 49.24%. Male literacy was 66.14% and female literacy was 30.41%.