Jhawa Tola - Belsand, Sitamarhi
Jhawa Tola is a village situated in the Belsand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belsand and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Kansar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhawa Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhawa Tola is 219444. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 843316 pincode. Belsand is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Jhawa Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhawa Tola
As per Census 2011, Jhawa Tola village has a total population of 626 people, consisting of 335 males and 291 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 392 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhawa Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 626 | 335 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 73 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 166 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 169 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Jhawa Tola
Jhawa Tola 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 Jhawa Tola
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Jhawa Tola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Belsand to Jhawa Tola is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Jhawa 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 Jhawa Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhawa Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhawa 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 Jhawa Tola 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhawa Tola
Where is Jhawa Tola located?
Jhawa Tola village is located in Belsand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhawa Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhawa Tola is Kansar.
What is the pincode of Jhawa Tola?
The pincode of Jhawa Tola is 843316.
What is the population of Jhawa Tola?
Jhawa Tola has a total population of 626, including 335 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Jhawa Tola?
There are 151 households in Jhawa Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Jhawa Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhawa Tola is 37.38%. Male literacy is 49.55% and female literacy is 23.37%.