Tarkulwa - Bagaha, Pashchim Champaran
Tarkulwa is a village situated in the Bagaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagaha and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Inglisiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarkulwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarkulwa is 216953. The village covers a total geographical area of 300.2 hectares and falls under the 845453 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tarkulwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Tarkulwa
According to the 2011 Census, Tarkulwa village had a total population of 1,344 people, including 690 males and 654 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.17%, with male literacy at 65.19% and female literacy at 38.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 328, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 1,344 | 690 | 654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 127 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 172 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 367 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 779 | 323 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Tarkulwa
Tarkulwa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Moti Tola | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Jaini Tola | South | 1.20 km |
| Dharmajata | North | 1.45 km |
| Tola Gosain | West | 1.47 km |
| Tola Pipra | South | 1.99 km |
| Majhauwa | West | 2.43 km |
| Tola Parsauni | West | 2.49 km |
| Dabri | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Nayagawan | South | 2.90 km |
| Hamira | North-West | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tarkulwa
Public transport in the Tarkulwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Musharwa Halt, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Tarkulwa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Tarkulwa 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 Tarkulwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarkulwa 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 Tarkulwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarkulwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tarkulwa
Where is Tarkulwa located?
Tarkulwa village is located in Bagaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tarkulwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarkulwa is Inglisiya.
What is the pincode of Tarkulwa?
The pincode of Tarkulwa is 845453.
What is the population of Tarkulwa?
Tarkulwa had a total population of 1,344, including 690 males and 654 females.
How many households are there in Tarkulwa?
Tarkulwa had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarkulwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarkulwa was 52.17%. Male literacy was 65.19% and female literacy was 38.08%.