Tholka - Saraikela, Saraikela Kharsawan
Tholka is a village situated in the Saraikela subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from Seraikela and around 13 km from Seraikela. Pathanmara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tholka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tholka is 379448. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.22 hectares and falls under the 833219 pincode. Saraikela is the nearest town.
Tholka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraikella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tholka
According to the 2011 Census, Tholka village had a total population of 260 people, including 138 males and 122 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.60%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 58.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 260 | 138 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 26 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 96 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 42 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Tholka
Tholka 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 Tholka
Tholka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Seraikela to Tholka is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tholka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tholka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tholka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tholka 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 Tholka
Where is Tholka located?
Tholka village is located in Saraikela Subdivision, Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tholka?
The Gram Panchayat of Tholka is Pathanmara.
What is the pincode of Tholka?
The pincode of Tholka is 833219.
What is the population of Tholka?
Tholka had a total population of 260, including 138 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Tholka?
Tholka had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tholka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tholka was 72.60%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 58.88%.