Tirkha

Tirkha is a village located in Bodh Gaya subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bodh Gaya (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Parariya is the gram panchayat of Tirkha village.

Tirkha has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Tirkha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tirkha is 256550. The village spans a total geographical area of 127 hectares. Bodh Gaya is nearest town to Tirkha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Tirkha

Below is a concise population overview of Tirkha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 864 449 415
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 151 74 77
Scheduled Castes (SC) 399 213 186
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 431 267 164
Illiterate Population 433 182 251

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tirkha village:

  • The total population of Tirkha village is around 864, including approximately 449 males and 415 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 151 children aged 0–6 years in Tirkha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tirkha village has 399 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Tirkha village is about 49.88%, with male literacy at 59.47% and female literacy at 39.52%.
  • There are around 140 households in Tirkha village.

Connectivity of Tirkha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tirkha. As per the 2011 stats, Tirkha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Tirkha

Knowing the nearby villages of Tirkha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tirkha.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tirkha

Where is Tirkha located?
Tirkha village is situated in Bodh Gaya Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tirkha?
The Gram Panchayat of Tirkha is Parariya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Tirkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tirkha is 864, with 449 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Tirkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tirkha village has a total of 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tirkha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tirkha is 49.88%. The male literacy rate is 59.47%, while the female literacy rate is 39.52%.