Ghasi Tola - Mansahi, Katihar
Ghasi Tola is a village situated in the Mansahi subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mansahi and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Marangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghasi Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghasi Tola is 225511. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.3 hectares and falls under the 854103 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ghasi Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghasi Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Ghasi Tola village had a total population of 498 people, including 265 males and 233 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.94%, with male literacy at 82.96% and female literacy at 65.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 498 | 265 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 185 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 80 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Ghasi Tola
Ghasi Tola 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 Ghasi Tola
Ghasi Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Ghasi Tola has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Katihar to Ghasi Tola is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghasi Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghasi Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghasi Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghasi Tola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghasi Tola
Where is Ghasi Tola located?
Ghasi Tola village is located in Mansahi Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghasi Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghasi Tola is Marangi.
What is the pincode of Ghasi Tola?
The pincode of Ghasi Tola is 854103.
What is the population of Ghasi Tola?
Ghasi Tola had a total population of 498, including 265 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Ghasi Tola?
Ghasi Tola had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghasi Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghasi Tola was 74.94%. Male literacy was 82.96% and female literacy was 65.63%.