Tola Malahi - Bairia, Pashchim Champaran
Tola Malahi is a village situated in the Bairia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairia and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Malahi Balua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Malahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Malahi is 217384. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.6 hectares and falls under the 845439 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Tola Malahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Malahi
As per Census 2011, Tola Malahi village has a total population of 8,151 people, consisting of 4,301 males and 3,850 females. The village has 1,563 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,644 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,416 literate and 4,735 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,094 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tola Malahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,151 | 4,301 | 3,850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,644 | 839 | 805 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,094 | 593 | 501 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,416 | 2,147 | 1,269 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,735 | 2,154 | 2,581 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Malahi
Tola Malahi 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 Motipur | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Sirsia Mathia | North | 2.21 km |
| Dumaria | South | 2.41 km |
| Tadhwa Nandpur | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Surajpur | West | 2.89 km |
| Balua Rampur | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Patjirwa | North-West | 4.44 km |
| Masan Dhab | South-West | 4.47 km |
| Bairia | East | 4.78 km |
| Baghambarpur | North | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tola Malahi
Tola Malahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Prajapati Halt, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Tola Malahi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tola Malahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Malahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tola Malahi
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 Malahi 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 Tola Malahi
Where is Tola Malahi located?
Tola Malahi village is located in Bairia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tola Malahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Malahi is Malahi Balua.
What is the pincode of Tola Malahi?
The pincode of Tola Malahi is 845439.
What is the population of Tola Malahi?
Tola Malahi has a total population of 8,151, including 4,301 males and 3,850 females.
How many households are there in Tola Malahi?
There are 1,563 households in Tola Malahi.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Malahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Malahi is 41.91%. Male literacy is 49.92% and female literacy is 32.96%.