Tola Khadda - Nautan, Pashchim Champaran
Tola Khadda is a village situated in the Nautan subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nautan and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Khadda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola Khadda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola Khadda is 217457. The village covers a total geographical area of 680 hectares and falls under the 845439 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tola Khadda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola Khadda
As per Census 2011, Tola Khadda village has a total population of 12,734 people, consisting of 6,683 males and 6,051 females. The village has 2,396 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,724 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,180 literate and 7,554 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,494 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tola Khadda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,734 | 6,683 | 6,051 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,724 | 1,376 | 1,348 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,494 | 793 | 701 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 5,180 | 3,284 | 1,896 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,554 | 3,399 | 4,155 |
Nearby Villages of Tola Khadda
Tola Khadda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purandarpur | West | 1.27 km |
| Churamanpatti | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Tola Sonsaraiya | North | 2.39 km |
| Tola Paterhwa | East | 2.40 km |
| Dhumnagar | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Lilapatti | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Bagahi | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Rekha Sundarpatti | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Mianapur Dubauli | West | 3.93 km |
| Bardaha | South | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tola Khadda
Tola Khadda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bettiah, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Tola Khadda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tola Khadda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola Khadda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tola Khadda
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 Khadda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tola Khadda
Where is Tola Khadda located?
Tola Khadda village is located in Nautan Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tola Khadda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola Khadda is Khadda.
What is the pincode of Tola Khadda?
The pincode of Tola Khadda is 845439.
What is the population of Tola Khadda?
Tola Khadda has a total population of 12,734, including 6,683 males and 6,051 females.
How many households are there in Tola Khadda?
There are 2,396 households in Tola Khadda.
What is the literacy rate in Tola Khadda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola Khadda is 40.68%. Male literacy is 49.14% and female literacy is 31.33%.