Tola Balthar - Sono, Jamui
Tola Balthar is a village situated in the Sono subdivision of Jamui district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sono and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Jamui. Balthar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Balthar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Balthar is 259298. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 811314 pincode. Jhajha is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Tola Balthar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Balthar
As per Census 2011, Tola Balthar village has a total population of 1,876 people, consisting of 965 males and 911 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 287 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,176 literate and 700 illiterate residents. Additionally, 539 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tola Balthar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,876 | 965 | 911 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 150 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 275 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 1,176 | 696 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 700 | 269 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Balthar
Tola Balthar 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 Balthar
Tola Balthar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhajha to Tola Balthar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamui to Tola Balthar is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tola Balthar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Balthar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tola Balthar
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 Balthar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tola Balthar
Where is Tola Balthar located?
Tola Balthar village is located in Sono Subdivision, Jamui district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tola Balthar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Balthar is Balthar.
What is the pincode of Tola Balthar?
The pincode of Tola Balthar is 811314.
What is the population of Tola Balthar?
Tola Balthar has a total population of 1,876, including 965 males and 911 females.
How many households are there in Tola Balthar?
There are 335 households in Tola Balthar.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Balthar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Balthar is 62.69%. Male literacy is 72.12% and female literacy is 52.69%.