Tola Jhundo - Khaira, Jamui
Tola Jhundo is a village situated in the Khaira subdivision of Jamui district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaira and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Jamui. Jhundo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Jhundo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Jhundo is 259134. The village covers a total geographical area of 1086 hectares and falls under the 811317 pincode. Jamui is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Tola Jhundo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamui Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Tola Jhundo
As per Census 2011, Tola Jhundo village has a total population of 10,506 people, consisting of 5,568 males and 4,938 females. The village has 1,812 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,998 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,443 literate and 5,063 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,658 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tola Jhundo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,506 | 5,568 | 4,938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,998 | 1,053 | 945 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,658 | 872 | 786 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,443 | 3,343 | 2,100 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,063 | 2,225 | 2,838 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Jhundo
Tola Jhundo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mange Chapri | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Tola Asahana | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Chuan | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Tola Kewalpharaita | North | 2.33 km |
| Tola Dehurkhi | West | 2.41 km |
| Kendua | East | 2.60 km |
| Tola Fasaha | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Gangti | North | 2.84 km |
| Tola Dainagarwa Meghuraidih | West | 2.87 km |
| Daingarwaphulandih | North-West | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tola Jhundo
Tola Jhundo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dadpur, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.8 km.
| 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 Jamui to Tola Jhundo is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tola Jhundo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Jhundo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tola Jhundo
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 Jhundo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tola Jhundo
Where is Tola Jhundo located?
Tola Jhundo village is located in Khaira Subdivision, Jamui district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tola Jhundo?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Jhundo is Jhundo.
What is the pincode of Tola Jhundo?
The pincode of Tola Jhundo is 811317.
What is the population of Tola Jhundo?
Tola Jhundo has a total population of 10,506, including 5,568 males and 4,938 females.
How many households are there in Tola Jhundo?
There are 1,812 households in Tola Jhundo.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Jhundo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Jhundo is 51.81%. Male literacy is 60.04% and female literacy is 42.53%.