Jolah Bigha - Tikari, Gaya
Jolah Bigha is a village situated in the Tikari subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikari and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Paluhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jolah Bigha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jolah Bigha is 254810. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 824236 pincode. Tikari is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Jolah Bigha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Jolah Bigha
According to the 2011 Census, Jolah Bigha village had a total population of 958 people, including 492 males and 466 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.53%, with male literacy at 66.15% and female literacy at 44.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 447.
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 | 958 | 492 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 102 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 447 | 230 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 258 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 541 | 234 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Jolah Bigha
Jolah Bigha 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 Jolah Bigha
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tikari to Jolah Bigha is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Jolah Bigha is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Jolah Bigha
Where is Jolah Bigha located?
Jolah Bigha village is located in Tikari Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jolah Bigha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jolah Bigha is Paluhar.
What is the pincode of Jolah Bigha?
The pincode of Jolah Bigha is 824236.
What is the population of Jolah Bigha?
Jolah Bigha had a total population of 958, including 492 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Jolah Bigha?
Jolah Bigha had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jolah Bigha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jolah Bigha was 55.53%. Male literacy was 66.15% and female literacy was 44.04%.