Tola Duba - Sono, Jamui
Tola Duba is a village situated in the Sono subdivision of Jamui district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sono and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Jamui. Lakhan Kiyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Duba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Duba is 259209. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 811314 pincode. Jhajha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Tola Duba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Duba
According to the 2011 Census, Tola Duba village had a total population of 746 people, including 396 males and 350 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.57%, with male literacy at 74.34% and female literacy at 40.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) 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 | 746 | 396 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 57 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 252 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 144 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Duba
Tola Duba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tola Kukurbhento | South | 0.67 km |
| Tola Koria | North | 0.92 km |
| Tola Rajpur | West | 1.55 km |
| Tola Gangtia | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Tola Bharathpur | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Tola Auraia | South | 1.67 km |
| Tola Laugain | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Tola Dumri Khas | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Tola Lakhankiari | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Tola Lalpur | South-West | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tola Duba
Public transport in the Tola Duba is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajla, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.3 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 Jhajha to Tola Duba is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamui to Tola Duba is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tola Duba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Duba 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tola Duba
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 Duba 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tola Duba
Where is Tola Duba located?
Tola Duba village is located in Sono Subdivision, Jamui district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tola Duba?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Duba is Lakhan Kiyari.
What is the pincode of Tola Duba?
The pincode of Tola Duba is 811314.
What is the population of Tola Duba?
Tola Duba had a total population of 746, including 396 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Tola Duba?
Tola Duba had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Duba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Duba was 58.57%. Male literacy was 74.34% and female literacy was 40.21%.