Takiya - Manjhi, Saran
Takiya is a village situated in the Manjhi subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manjhi and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Nasira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takiya is 233402. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 841209 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Takiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manjhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maharajganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Takiya
As per Census 2011, Takiya village has a total population of 723 people, consisting of 359 males and 364 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 402 literate and 321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Takiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 723 | 359 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 75 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 84 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 239 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 120 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Takiya
Takiya 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 Takiya
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Takiya. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Takiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Takiya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Takiya is about 28 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 Takiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takiya 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 Takiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Takiya
Where is Takiya located?
Takiya village is located in Manjhi Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Takiya is Nasira.
What is the pincode of Takiya?
The pincode of Takiya is 841209.
What is the population of Takiya?
Takiya has a total population of 723, including 359 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Takiya?
There are 100 households in Takiya.
What is the literacy rate in Takiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takiya is 55.60%. Male literacy is 66.57% and female literacy is 44.78%.