Tola Painkandh - Sono, Jamui
Tola Painkandh is a village situated in the Sono subdivision of Jamui district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sono and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jamui. Maheshwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Painkandh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Painkandh is 259385. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 811314 pincode. Jhajha is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Tola Painkandh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Painkandh
According to the 2011 Census, Tola Painkandh village had a total population of 334 people, including 184 males and 150 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 815 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.65%, with male literacy at 73.43% and female literacy at 41.46%.
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 | 334 | 184 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 41 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 105 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 79 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Painkandh
Tola Painkandh 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 Khaguhari | South | 0.70 km |
| Tola Bautha | East | 0.91 km |
| Tola Bhalua | West | 1.06 km |
| Tola Sugatanr | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Tola Jhilia | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Tola Pachrukhi | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Tola Kadwa | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Tola Bijaia | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Tola Boghakewal | North | 2.45 km |
| Tola Ghutwe | North-East | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tola Painkandh
Public transport in the Tola Painkandh 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 77.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhajha to Tola Painkandh is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamui to Tola Painkandh is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tola Painkandh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Painkandh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Tola Painkandh
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 Painkandh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Tola Painkandh
Where is Tola Painkandh located?
Tola Painkandh village is located in Sono Subdivision, Jamui district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tola Painkandh?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Painkandh is Maheshwari.
What is the pincode of Tola Painkandh?
The pincode of Tola Painkandh is 811314.
What is the population of Tola Painkandh?
Tola Painkandh had a total population of 334, including 184 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Tola Painkandh?
Tola Painkandh had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Painkandh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Painkandh was 58.65%. Male literacy was 73.43% and female literacy was 41.46%.