Teghra - Dagarua, Purnia
Teghra is a village situated in the Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dagarua and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Babhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Teghra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teghra is 224193. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 854326 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Teghra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Teghra
As per Census 2011, Teghra village has a total population of 403 people, consisting of 207 males and 196 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Teghra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 403 | 207 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 56 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 94 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 14 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 85 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 122 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Teghra
Teghra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Teghra
Public transport in the Teghra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Purnia to Teghra is about 25 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 Teghra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teghra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Teghra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teghra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Teghra
Where is Teghra located?
Teghra village is located in Dagarua Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Teghra?
The Gram Panchayat of Teghra is Babhani.
What is the pincode of Teghra?
The pincode of Teghra is 854326.
What is the population of Teghra?
Teghra has a total population of 403, including 207 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Teghra?
There are 91 households in Teghra.
What is the literacy rate in Teghra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teghra is 35.24%. Male literacy is 41.06% and female literacy is 29.08%.