Moti Tola - Bagaha, Pashchim Champaran
Moti Tola is a village situated in the Bagaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagaha and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Inglisiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moti Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moti Tola is 216954. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.3 hectares and falls under the 845101 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Moti Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Moti Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Moti Tola village had a total population of 930 people, including 500 males and 430 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.05%, with male literacy at 59.36% and female literacy at 34.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 930 | 500 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 94 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 241 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 573 | 259 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Moti Tola
Moti Tola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tola Gosain | North-West | 0.77 km |
| Tarkulwa | North-East | 1.03 km |
| Jaini Tola | East | 1.19 km |
| Tola Pipra | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Tola Parsauni | West | 1.66 km |
| Dabri | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Nayagawan | South | 2.04 km |
| Majhauwa | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Dharmajata | North | 2.27 km |
| Tola Purbari | South-West | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moti Tola
Public transport in the Moti Tola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Musharwa Halt, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bagha to Moti Tola is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Moti Tola is about 37 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 Moti Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moti Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Moti Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moti Tola 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 Moti Tola
Where is Moti Tola located?
Moti Tola village is located in Bagaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Moti Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Moti Tola is Inglisiya.
What is the pincode of Moti Tola?
The pincode of Moti Tola is 845101.
What is the population of Moti Tola?
Moti Tola had a total population of 930, including 500 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Moti Tola?
Moti Tola had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moti Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moti Tola was 48.05%. Male literacy was 59.36% and female literacy was 34.42%.