Tola Burhikhar - Jhajha, Jamui
Tola Burhikhar is a village situated in the Jhajha subdivision of Jamui district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhajha and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Jamui. Karma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Burhikhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Burhikhar is 258885. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.91 hectares and falls under the 811308 pincode. Jhajha is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tola Burhikhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Burhikhar
As per Census 2011, Tola Burhikhar village has a total population of 1,541 people, consisting of 816 males and 725 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 882 literate and 659 illiterate residents. Additionally, 488 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tola Burhikhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,541 | 816 | 725 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 138 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 248 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 882 | 551 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 659 | 265 | 394 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Burhikhar
Tola Burhikhar 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 Tola Burhikhar
Tola Burhikhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhajha to Tola Burhikhar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamui to Tola Burhikhar is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tola Burhikhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Burhikhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tola Burhikhar
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 Burhikhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tola Burhikhar
Where is Tola Burhikhar located?
Tola Burhikhar village is located in Jhajha Subdivision, Jamui district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tola Burhikhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Burhikhar is Karma.
What is the pincode of Tola Burhikhar?
The pincode of Tola Burhikhar is 811308.
What is the population of Tola Burhikhar?
Tola Burhikhar has a total population of 1,541, including 816 males and 725 females.
How many households are there in Tola Burhikhar?
There are 275 households in Tola Burhikhar.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Burhikhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Burhikhar is 57.24%. Male literacy is 67.52% and female literacy is 45.66%.