Tola Dhamma - Jhajha, Jamui
Tola Dhamma is a village situated in the Jhajha subdivision of Jamui district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhajha and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Jamui. Pairgaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Dhamma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Dhamma is 258897. The village covers a total geographical area of 1739.92 hectares and falls under the 811308 pincode. Jhajha is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Tola Dhamma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Dhamma
According to the 2011 Census, Tola Dhamma village had a total population of 9,165 people, including 4,852 males and 4,313 females, living in 1,687 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.74%, with male literacy at 67.24% and female literacy at 40.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 571, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 9,165 | 4,852 | 4,313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,736 | 896 | 840 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 571 | 311 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,067 | 2,660 | 1,407 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,098 | 2,192 | 2,906 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Dhamma
Tola Dhamma 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 Dhamma
Public transport in the Tola Dhamma is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tola Dhamma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhajha to Tola Dhamma is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamui to Tola Dhamma is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tola Dhamma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Dhamma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tola Dhamma
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 Dhamma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tola Dhamma
Where is Tola Dhamma located?
Tola Dhamma village is located in Jhajha Subdivision, Jamui district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tola Dhamma?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Dhamma is Pairgaha.
What is the pincode of Tola Dhamma?
The pincode of Tola Dhamma is 811308.
What is the population of Tola Dhamma?
Tola Dhamma had a total population of 9,165, including 4,852 males and 4,313 females.
How many households are there in Tola Dhamma?
Tola Dhamma had 1,687 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Dhamma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Dhamma was 54.74%. Male literacy was 67.24% and female literacy was 40.51%.