Taraia - Belhar, Banka
Taraia is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Taraiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taraia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taraia is 241606. The village covers a total geographical area of 503 hectares and falls under the 813202 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Taraia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Taraia
As per Census 2011, Taraia village has a total population of 5,191 people, consisting of 2,712 males and 2,479 females. The village has 883 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 943 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,462 literate and 2,729 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 260 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taraia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,191 | 2,712 | 2,479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 943 | 476 | 467 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 178 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 132 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 2,462 | 1,465 | 997 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,729 | 1,247 | 1,482 |
Nearby Villages of Taraia
Taraia 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 Taraia
Taraia 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 5-10 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 Banka to Taraia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taraia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taraia 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 Taraia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taraia 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 Taraia
Where is Taraia located?
Taraia village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taraia?
The Gram Panchayat of Taraia is Taraiya.
What is the pincode of Taraia?
The pincode of Taraia is 813202.
What is the population of Taraia?
Taraia has a total population of 5,191, including 2,712 males and 2,479 females.
How many households are there in Taraia?
There are 883 households in Taraia.
What is the literacy rate in Taraia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taraia is 47.43%. Male literacy is 54.02% and female literacy is 40.22%.