Tilokhar - Nauhatta, Rohtas
Tilokhar is a village situated in the Nauhatta subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nauhatta and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Tilokhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilokhar is 252058. The village covers a total geographical area of 496 hectares and falls under the 821304 pincode. Dehri is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Tilokhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tilokhar
As per Census 2011, Tilokhar village has a total population of 3,626 people, consisting of 1,867 males and 1,759 females. The village has 704 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 629 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,131 literate and 1,495 illiterate residents. Additionally, 675 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tilokhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,626 | 1,867 | 1,759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 629 | 300 | 329 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 675 | 341 | 334 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,131 | 1,251 | 880 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,495 | 616 | 879 |
Nearby Villages of Tilokhar
Tilokhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paruka | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Pararia | East | 1.73 km |
| Basarhi | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Parchha | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Gurur | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Sheikpura Alias Dhabsarki | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Mujuraha | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Katudanr | North | 3.37 km |
| Kishunpur | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Dumarsota | South | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tilokhar
Tilokhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Muhammadganj, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehri to Tilokhar is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sasaram to Tilokhar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilokhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilokhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tilokhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilokhar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tilokhar
Where is Tilokhar located?
Tilokhar village is located in Nauhatta Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilokhar?
Tilokhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tilokhar?
The pincode of Tilokhar is 821304.
What is the population of Tilokhar?
Tilokhar has a total population of 3,626, including 1,867 males and 1,759 females.
How many households are there in Tilokhar?
There are 704 households in Tilokhar.
What is the literacy rate in Tilokhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilokhar is 58.77%. Male literacy is 67.01% and female literacy is 50.03%.