Taran

Taran is a village located in Sirdala subdivision of Nawada district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Sirdala (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Nawada. As per 2009 stats, Rajan is the gram panchayat of Taran village.

Taran has its own place in the vibrant Nawada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Taran

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taran is 258353. The village spans a total geographical area of 211 hectares. Hisua is nearest town to Taran village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Taran

Below is a concise population overview of Taran as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,172 1,122 1,050
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 375 185 190
Scheduled Castes (SC) 799 431 368
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,088 716 372
Illiterate Population 1,084 406 678

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Taran village:

  • The total population of Taran village is around 2,172, including approximately 1,122 males and 1,050 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 375 children aged 0–6 years in Taran village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Taran village has 799 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Taran village is about 50.09%, with male literacy at 63.81% and female literacy at 35.43%.
  • There are around 285 households in Taran village.

Connectivity of Taran

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taran. As per the 2011 stats, Taran had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Taran

Knowing the nearby villages of Taran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taran.

Frequently Asked Questions about Taran

Where is Taran located?
Taran village is situated in Sirdala Subdivision, within the Nawada district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taran?
The Gram Panchayat of Taran is Rajan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Taran as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taran is 2,172, with 1,122 males and 1,050 females.
How many households are there in Taran as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Taran village has a total of 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taran as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taran is 50.09%. The male literacy rate is 63.81%, while the female literacy rate is 35.43%.