Tingharia - Kursela, Katihar
Tingharia is a village situated in the Kursela subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kursela and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. South Muradpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tingharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tingharia is 225668. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 854101 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Tingharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tingharia
As per Census 2011, Tingharia village has a total population of 1,886 people, consisting of 979 males and 907 females. The village has 379 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,236 literate and 650 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tingharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,886 | 979 | 907 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 148 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 95 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,236 | 694 | 542 |
| Illiterate Population | 650 | 285 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Tingharia
Tingharia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tingharia
Tingharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Tingharia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Tingharia is about 40 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 Tingharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tingharia 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tingharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tingharia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tingharia
Where is Tingharia located?
Tingharia village is located in Kursela Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tingharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tingharia is South Muradpur.
What is the pincode of Tingharia?
The pincode of Tingharia is 854101.
What is the population of Tingharia?
Tingharia has a total population of 1,886, including 979 males and 907 females.
How many households are there in Tingharia?
There are 379 households in Tingharia.
What is the literacy rate in Tingharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tingharia is 65.54%. Male literacy is 70.89% and female literacy is 59.76%.