Taranpur - Rajpur, Buxar
Taranpur is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Barupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taranpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taranpur is 248417. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Taranpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Taranpur
According to the 2011 Census, Taranpur village had a total population of 829 people, including 435 males and 394 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.40%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 53.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 566, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 829 | 435 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 95 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 566 | 289 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 280 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 155 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Taranpur
Taranpur 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 Taranpur
Taranpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Taranpur.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Taranpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taranpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taranpur 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 Taranpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taranpur 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Taranpur
Where is Taranpur located?
Taranpur village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taranpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Taranpur is Barupur.
What is the pincode of Taranpur?
The pincode of Taranpur is 802122.
What is the population of Taranpur?
Taranpur had a total population of 829, including 435 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Taranpur?
Taranpur had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taranpur was 68.40%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 53.33%.