Teghra - Babubarhi, Madhubani
Teghra is a village situated in the Babubarhi subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babubarhi and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Teghra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teghra is 220155. The village covers a total geographical area of 533.7 hectares and falls under the 847227 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Teghra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Teghra
As per Census 2011, Teghra village has a total population of 8,669 people, consisting of 4,489 males and 4,180 females. The village has 1,765 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,692 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,065 literate and 4,604 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,378 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Teghra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,669 | 4,489 | 4,180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,692 | 909 | 783 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,378 | 696 | 682 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 4,065 | 2,577 | 1,488 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,604 | 1,912 | 2,692 |
Nearby Villages of Teghra
Teghra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barail | South | 1.81 km |
| Jatahi | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Pathrahi | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Gosain Chauri | West | 2.54 km |
| Khutauna | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Madan Dobh | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Siktiahi | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Barhmotra | North | 3.55 km |
| Basaha | South | 3.82 km |
| Bhojpatti | West | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Teghra
Public transport in the Teghra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khutauna, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Madhubani to Teghra is about 26 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 Teghra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teghra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Teghra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teghra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Teghra
Where is Teghra located?
Teghra village is located in Babubarhi Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Teghra?
Teghra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Teghra?
The pincode of Teghra is 847227.
What is the population of Teghra?
Teghra has a total population of 8,669, including 4,489 males and 4,180 females.
How many households are there in Teghra?
There are 1,765 households in Teghra.
What is the literacy rate in Teghra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teghra is 46.89%. Male literacy is 57.41% and female literacy is 35.60%.