Tola Loha - Sono, Jamui
Tola Loha 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 42 km from the district headquarters in Jamui. Loha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Loha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Loha is 259192. The village covers a total geographical area of 207 hectares and falls under the 811314 pincode. Jhajha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tola Loha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Loha
As per Census 2011, Tola Loha village has a total population of 1,113 people, consisting of 577 males and 536 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 497 literate and 616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tola Loha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,113 | 577 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 97 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 59 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 311 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 266 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Loha
Tola Loha 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 Lohthara | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Tola Lakaraha | West | 1.09 km |
| Tola Behrabad | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Tola Kurkuta | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Tola Joktia | North | 1.76 km |
| Tola Karijhal | East | 1.79 km |
| Tola Mahapur Khurd | West | 1.91 km |
| Tola Bhalguha | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Tola Rakat Rohinia | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Tola Lakhankiari | South | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tola Loha
Tola Loha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jhajha, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhajha to Tola Loha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamui to Tola Loha is about 42 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 Loha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Loha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tola Loha
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 Loha 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 Loha
Where is Tola Loha located?
Tola Loha village is located in Sono Subdivision, Jamui district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tola Loha?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Loha is Loha.
What is the pincode of Tola Loha?
The pincode of Tola Loha is 811314.
What is the population of Tola Loha?
Tola Loha has a total population of 1,113, including 577 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Tola Loha?
There are 205 households in Tola Loha.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Loha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Loha is 44.65%. Male literacy is 53.90% and female literacy is 34.70%.