Tola Karka - Chakai, Jamui
Tola Karka is a village situated in the Chakai subdivision of Jamui district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakai and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Jamui. Kalyanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Karka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Karka is 259723. The village covers a total geographical area of 143 hectares and falls under the 811303 pincode. Deoghar(jharkhand) is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tola Karka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Karka
According to the 2011 Census, Tola Karka village had a total population of 13 people, including 6 males and 7 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.77%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 14.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Karka
Tola Karka is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jimatpur Arazi | South-West | 1.04 km |
| Tola Taraun | West | 1.08 km |
| Tola Surajkola | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Jimatpur | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Tola Nauasair | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Tola Dudhanian | South | 1.78 km |
| Tola Ramnatanr | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Tola Laraitanr | North | 1.98 km |
| Tola Bechodih | West | 2.05 km |
| Tola Ghatiani | East | 2.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tola Karka
Public transport in the Tola Karka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lahabon, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deoghar(jharkhand) to Tola Karka is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamui to Tola Karka is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tola Karka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Karka 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 Tola Karka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tola Karka 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Tola Karka
Where is Tola Karka located?
Tola Karka village is located in Chakai Subdivision, Jamui district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tola Karka?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Karka is Kalyanpur.
What is the pincode of Tola Karka?
The pincode of Tola Karka is 811303.
What is the population of Tola Karka?
Tola Karka had a total population of 13, including 6 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Tola Karka?
Tola Karka had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Karka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Karka was 30.77%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 14.29%.