Tola Gosain - Bagaha, Pashchim Champaran
Tola Gosain is a village situated in the Bagaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagaha and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Inglisiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Gosain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Gosain is 216955. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.6 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Tola Gosain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Gosain
As per Census 2011, Tola Gosain village has a total population of 442 people, consisting of 233 males and 209 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tola Gosain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 442 | 233 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 105 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 138 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 95 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Gosain
Tola Gosain 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moti Tola | South-East | 0.77 km |
| Tola Parsauni | West | 1.03 km |
| Tarkulwa | East | 1.47 km |
| Majhauwa | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Dabri | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Jaini Tola | East | 1.96 km |
| Dharmajata | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Tola Pipra | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Nayagawan | South | 2.44 km |
| Bibi Bankatwa | West | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tola Gosain
Public transport in the Tola Gosain is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harinagar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Tola Gosain is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Tola Gosain is about 38 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 Tola Gosain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Gosain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tola Gosain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tola Gosain 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 Tola Gosain
Where is Tola Gosain located?
Tola Gosain village is located in Bagaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tola Gosain?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Gosain is Inglisiya.
What is the pincode of Tola Gosain?
The pincode of Tola Gosain is 845106.
What is the population of Tola Gosain?
Tola Gosain has a total population of 442, including 233 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Tola Gosain?
There are 91 households in Tola Gosain.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Gosain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Gosain is 51.81%. Male literacy is 59.23% and female literacy is 43.54%.