Bhanga Tola - Barhara, Purnia
Bhanga Tola is a village situated in the Barhara subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhara and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Lataraha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhanga Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhanga Tola is 223097. The village covers a total geographical area of 583 hectares and falls under the 854203 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bhanga Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banmankhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purnia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhanga Tola
As per Census 2011, Bhanga Tola village has a total population of 3,898 people, consisting of 2,055 males and 1,843 females. The village has 744 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 789 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,360 literate and 2,538 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhanga Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,898 | 2,055 | 1,843 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 789 | 419 | 370 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,288 | 671 | 617 |
| Literate Population | 1,360 | 865 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,538 | 1,190 | 1,348 |
Nearby Villages of Bhanga Tola
Bhanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rupauli Milik | North-East | 1.04 km |
| Dibraghani | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Latraha | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Rupauli | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Ladugarh | East | 3.37 km |
| Rampur Tilak | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Sahoriasubhai Milik | North | 5.11 km |
| Kamalpur | South | 5.19 km |
| Sukhsena | South-East | 5.36 km |
| Mulkia | South-West | 5.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhanga Tola
Bhanga Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rupauli, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Banmankhi to Bhanga Tola is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Bhanga Tola is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhanga Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhanga Tola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhanga 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 Bhanga Tola 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 Bhanga Tola
Where is Bhanga Tola located?
Bhanga Tola village is located in Barhara Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhanga Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhanga Tola is Lataraha.
What is the pincode of Bhanga Tola?
The pincode of Bhanga Tola is 854203.
What is the population of Bhanga Tola?
Bhanga Tola has a total population of 3,898, including 2,055 males and 1,843 females.
How many households are there in Bhanga Tola?
There are 744 households in Bhanga Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Bhanga Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhanga Tola is 34.89%. Male literacy is 42.09% and female literacy is 26.86%.