Tola Purainia - Sono, Jamui
Tola Purainia is a village situated in the Sono subdivision of Jamui district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sono and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jamui. Lalilewar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Purainia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Purainia is 259351. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 811314 pincode. Jhajha is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Tola Purainia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Purainia
As per Census 2011, Tola Purainia village has a total population of 158 people, consisting of 77 males and 81 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tola Purainia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 158 | 77 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 68 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 69 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Purainia
Tola Purainia 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 Tilkatia | West | 0.66 km |
| Tola Taraun | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Tola Sonailtanr | South | 1.10 km |
| Tola Mahesri Gadi | East | 1.12 km |
| Tola Bela | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Tola Kairi | West | 1.35 km |
| Tola Alkusa | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Tola Dudhkasoi | North | 2.00 km |
| Tola Pachrukhi | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Tola Boghakewal | South-East | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tola Purainia
Tola Purainia 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 80.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhajha to Tola Purainia is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamui to Tola Purainia 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 Purainia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Purainia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tola Purainia
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 Purainia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tola Purainia
Where is Tola Purainia located?
Tola Purainia village is located in Sono Subdivision, Jamui district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tola Purainia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Purainia is Lalilewar.
What is the pincode of Tola Purainia?
The pincode of Tola Purainia is 811314.
What is the population of Tola Purainia?
Tola Purainia has a total population of 158, including 77 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Tola Purainia?
There are 35 households in Tola Purainia.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Purainia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Purainia is 6.33%. Male literacy is 10.39% and female literacy is 2.47%.