Tar Village - Piro, Bhojpur
Tar is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Tar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tar is 247303. The village covers a total geographical area of 943 hectares and falls under the 802155 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdishpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tar
As per Census 2011, Tar village has a total population of 6,123 people, consisting of 3,197 males and 2,926 females. The village has 910 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,049 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,463 literate and 2,660 illiterate residents. Additionally, 534 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,123 | 3,197 | 2,926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,049 | 560 | 489 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 534 | 266 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,463 | 2,175 | 1,288 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,660 | 1,022 | 1,638 |
Nearby Villages of Tar
Tar 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 Tar
Tar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Tar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Tar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Tar is about 37 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 Tar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tar
Where is Tar located?
Tar village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tar?
Tar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tar?
The pincode of Tar is 802155.
What is the population of Tar?
Tar has a total population of 6,123, including 3,197 males and 2,926 females.
How many households are there in Tar?
There are 910 households in Tar.
What is the literacy rate in Tar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tar is 56.56%. Male literacy is 68.03% and female literacy is 44.02%.