Tarani Gaon - Margherita, Tinsukia
Tarani Gaon is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Buridihing serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarani Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarani Gaon is 290794. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.99 hectares and falls under the 786160 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Tarani Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Margherita Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarani Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Tarani Gaon village had a total population of 512 people, including 269 males and 243 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.18%, with male literacy at 79.64% and female literacy at 70.30%.
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 | 512 | 269 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 176 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 93 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Tarani Gaon
Tarani Gaon 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 Tarani Gaon
Tarani Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Margherita to Tarani Gaon is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Tarani Gaon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarani Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarani Gaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tarani Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarani Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tarani Gaon
Where is Tarani Gaon located?
Tarani Gaon village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarani Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarani Gaon is Buridihing.
What is the pincode of Tarani Gaon?
The pincode of Tarani Gaon is 786160.
What is the population of Tarani Gaon?
Tarani Gaon had a total population of 512, including 269 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Tarani Gaon?
Tarani Gaon had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarani Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarani Gaon was 75.18%. Male literacy was 79.64% and female literacy was 70.30%.