Teoth - Benipatti, Madhubani
Teoth is a village situated in the Benipatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipatti and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Tyoth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Teoth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teoth is 220253. The village covers a total geographical area of 914.18 hectares and falls under the 847230 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Teoth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harlakhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Teoth
According to the 2011 Census, Teoth village had a total population of 11,324 people, including 6,031 males and 5,293 females, living in 2,180 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.48%, with male literacy at 75.26% and female literacy at 52.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,602, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 11,324 | 6,031 | 5,293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,884 | 1,003 | 881 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,602 | 850 | 752 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 6,087 | 3,784 | 2,303 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,237 | 2,247 | 2,990 |
Nearby Villages of Teoth
Teoth 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 Teoth
Public transport in the Teoth is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Madhubani to Teoth is about 30 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 Teoth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teoth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Teoth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teoth 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 Teoth
Where is Teoth located?
Teoth village is located in Benipatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Teoth?
The Gram Panchayat of Teoth is Tyoth.
What is the pincode of Teoth?
The pincode of Teoth is 847230.
What is the population of Teoth?
Teoth had a total population of 11,324, including 6,031 males and 5,293 females.
How many households are there in Teoth?
Teoth had 2,180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Teoth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teoth was 64.48%. Male literacy was 75.26% and female literacy was 52.20%.