Teghra - Kharagpur, Munger
Teghra is a village situated in the Kharagpur subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kharagpur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Barui serves as the Gram Panchayat for Teghra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teghra is 243021. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 811213 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Teghra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Munger Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Teghra
As per Census 2011, Teghra village has a total population of 1,074 people, consisting of 509 males and 565 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 1,110 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 652 literate and 422 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Teghra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,074 | 509 | 565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 92 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 652 | 331 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 178 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Teghra
Teghra 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 Teghra
Teghra 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 >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 Kharagpur to Teghra is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Munger to Teghra is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 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 Teghra
Where is Teghra located?
Teghra village is located in Kharagpur Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Teghra?
The Gram Panchayat of Teghra is Barui.
What is the pincode of Teghra?
The pincode of Teghra is 811213.
What is the population of Teghra?
Teghra has a total population of 1,074, including 509 males and 565 females.
How many households are there in Teghra?
There are 244 households in Teghra.
What is the literacy rate in Teghra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teghra is 60.71%. Male literacy is 65.03% and female literacy is 56.81%.