Tarlaguda - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Tarlaguda is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Kottur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarlaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarlaguda is 450782. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.21 hectares and falls under the 494446 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Tarlaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarlaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Tarlaguda village had a total population of 158 people, including 80 males and 78 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.59%, with male literacy at 47.14% and female literacy at 28.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.
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 | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 53 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 33 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 47 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Tarlaguda
Tarlaguda 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 Tarlaguda
Tarlaguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bhopalpattanam to Tarlaguda is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Tarlaguda is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarlaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarlaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tarlaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarlaguda 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 Tarlaguda
Where is Tarlaguda located?
Tarlaguda village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarlaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarlaguda is Kottur.
What is the pincode of Tarlaguda?
The pincode of Tarlaguda is 494446.
What is the population of Tarlaguda?
Tarlaguda had a total population of 158, including 80 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Tarlaguda?
Tarlaguda had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarlaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarlaguda was 37.59%. Male literacy was 47.14% and female literacy was 28.17%.