Tegharia - Bahadurganj, Kishanganj
Tegharia is a village situated in the Bahadurganj subdivision of Kishanganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahadurganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kishanganj. Laucha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tegharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tegharia is 222701. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 855101 pincode. Bahadurganj is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Tegharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Tegharia
According to the 2011 Census, Tegharia village had a total population of 944 people, including 466 males and 478 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.37%, with male literacy at 80.77% and female literacy at 68.38%.
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 | 944 | 466 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 102 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 294 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 172 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Tegharia
Tegharia 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 Tegharia
Tegharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahadurganj to Tegharia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kishanganj to Tegharia is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tegharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tegharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tegharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tegharia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tegharia
Where is Tegharia located?
Tegharia village is located in Bahadurganj Subdivision, Kishanganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tegharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tegharia is Laucha.
What is the pincode of Tegharia?
The pincode of Tegharia is 855101.
What is the population of Tegharia?
Tegharia had a total population of 944, including 466 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Tegharia?
Tegharia had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tegharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tegharia was 74.37%. Male literacy was 80.77% and female literacy was 68.38%.