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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jolah Bigha
As per Census 2011, Jolah Bigha village has a total population of 958 people, consisting of 492 males and 466 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 417 literate and 541 illiterate residents. Additionally, 447 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jolah Bigha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 958 | 492 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 102 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 447 | 230 | 217 |
| 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
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| 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 has a total population of 958, including 492 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Jolah Bigha?
There are 144 households in Jolah Bigha.
What is the literacy rate in Jolah Bigha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jolah Bigha is 43.53%. Male literacy is 52.44% and female literacy is 34.12%.