Misir Tola - Harsidhi, Purbi Champaran
Misir Tola is a village situated in the Harsidhi subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from Harsidhi and around 30 km from Motihari. Olanha Mehta Tola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Misir Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Misir Tola is 218070. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.07 hectares and falls under the 845422 pincode. Areraj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Misir Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Misir Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Misir Tola village had a total population of 1,137 people, including 594 males and 543 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.92%, with male literacy at 77.83% and female literacy at 51.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 1,137 | 594 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 143 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 351 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 243 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Misir Tola
Misir 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahtha Tola | West | 0.74 km |
| Ahir Ganwa | North-East | 1.07 km |
| Rampurwa | North | 1.23 km |
| Nawada | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Wolha | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Pathan Patti | West | 1.97 km |
| Rani Chhapra | East | 2.01 km |
| Manikpur | North | 2.08 km |
| Danhi | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Damo Birti | South | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Misir Tola
Misir Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jiwdhara, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Areraj to Misir Tola is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Misir Tola is about 30 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 Misir Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Misir Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Misir 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 Misir 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 Misir Tola
Where is Misir Tola located?
Misir Tola village is located in Harsidhi Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Misir Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Misir Tola is Olanha Mehta Tola.
What is the pincode of Misir Tola?
The pincode of Misir Tola is 845422.
What is the population of Misir Tola?
Misir Tola had a total population of 1,137, including 594 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Misir Tola?
Misir Tola had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Misir Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Misir Tola was 64.92%. Male literacy was 77.83% and female literacy was 51.29%.