Musahri Tola Bankat - Majhaulia, Pashchim Champaran
Musahri Tola Bankat is a village situated in the Majhaulia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhaulia and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Sariswa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musahri Tola Bankat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musahri Tola Bankat is 217288. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 845454 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Musahri Tola Bankat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanpatia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Paschim Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musahri Tola Bankat
According to the 2011 Census, Musahri Tola Bankat village had a total population of 1,746 people, including 891 males and 855 females, living in 312 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.86%, with male literacy at 70.12% and female literacy at 44.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 263.
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 | 1,746 | 891 | 855 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 205 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 133 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 769 | 481 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 977 | 410 | 567 |
Nearby Villages of Musahri Tola Bankat
Musahri Tola Bankat 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 Utimpanre | South | 1.04 km |
| Tola Khap Bankat Andar Rataumala | North | 1.05 km |
| Bharwalia | East | 1.09 km |
| Ratanmala | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Siriswa | East | 2.02 km |
| Mohchhi Sughar | North | 2.48 km |
| Barohiya | West | 2.94 km |
| Pipra Dube | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Mathia Urf Bhataulia | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Sonbarsa | East | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musahri Tola Bankat
Public transport in the Musahri Tola Bankat is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Majhowlia, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Musahri Tola Bankat is about 18 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 Musahri Tola Bankat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musahri Tola Bankat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Musahri Tola Bankat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musahri Tola Bankat 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Musahri Tola Bankat
Where is Musahri Tola Bankat located?
Musahri Tola Bankat village is located in Majhaulia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Musahri Tola Bankat?
The Gram Panchayat of Musahri Tola Bankat is Sariswa.
What is the pincode of Musahri Tola Bankat?
The pincode of Musahri Tola Bankat is 845454.
What is the population of Musahri Tola Bankat?
Musahri Tola Bankat had a total population of 1,746, including 891 males and 855 females.
How many households are there in Musahri Tola Bankat?
Musahri Tola Bankat had 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musahri Tola Bankat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musahri Tola Bankat was 57.86%. Male literacy was 70.12% and female literacy was 44.79%.