Tegharia - Kochadhamin, Kishanganj
Tegharia is a village situated in the Kochadhamin subdivision of Kishanganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochadhamin and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Kishanganj. Tegharia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tegharia is 222867. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.43 hectares and falls under the 855107 pincode. Kishanganj is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Tegharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tegharia
As per Census 2011, Tegharia village has a total population of 3,396 people, consisting of 1,768 males and 1,628 females. The village has 700 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 634 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,488 literate and 1,908 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tegharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,396 | 1,768 | 1,628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 634 | 315 | 319 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 80 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 1,488 | 963 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,908 | 805 | 1,103 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tegharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishanganj to Tegharia is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tegharia
Where is Tegharia located?
Tegharia village is located in Kochadhamin Subdivision, Kishanganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tegharia?
Tegharia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tegharia?
The pincode of Tegharia is 855107.
What is the population of Tegharia?
Tegharia has a total population of 3,396, including 1,768 males and 1,628 females.
How many households are there in Tegharia?
There are 700 households in Tegharia.
What is the literacy rate in Tegharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tegharia is 43.82%. Male literacy is 54.47% and female literacy is 32.25%.