Tira - Hulasganj, Jehanabad
Tira is a village situated in the Hulasganj subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hulasganj and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Tirra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tira is 260572. The village covers a total geographical area of 326 hectares and falls under the 804407 pincode. Jehanabad is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Tira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghosi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tira
As per Census 2011, Tira village has a total population of 3,913 people, consisting of 2,071 males and 1,842 females. The village has 602 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 670 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,256 literate and 1,657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 862 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,913 | 2,071 | 1,842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 670 | 362 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 862 | 453 | 409 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,256 | 1,404 | 852 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,657 | 667 | 990 |
Nearby Villages of Tira
Tira 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhol Bigha | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Balabigha | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Birra | West | 1.98 km |
| Dihuri | North | 2.26 km |
| Godiha | West | 2.39 km |
| Kandaul | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Kewla | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Harpur | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Dadpur | North | 2.65 km |
| Mirapur | East | 2.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tira
Tira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Islampur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jehanabad to Tira is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Tira
Where is Tira located?
Tira village is located in Hulasganj Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tira?
The Gram Panchayat of Tira is Tirra.
What is the pincode of Tira?
The pincode of Tira is 804407.
What is the population of Tira?
Tira has a total population of 3,913, including 2,071 males and 1,842 females.
How many households are there in Tira?
There are 602 households in Tira.
What is the literacy rate in Tira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tira is 57.65%. Male literacy is 67.79% and female literacy is 46.25%.