Tarud - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Tarud is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Chandur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarud is 450780. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.56 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tarud 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 Tarud
As per Census 2011, Tarud village has a total population of 299 people, consisting of 139 males and 160 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,151 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 269 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 299 | 139 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 126 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 52 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 87 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Tarud
Tarud 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 Tarud
Public transport in the Tarud is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Tarud is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Tarud is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarud 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 Tarud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarud 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tarud
Where is Tarud located?
Tarud village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarud?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarud is Chandur.
What is the pincode of Tarud?
The pincode of Tarud is 494448.
What is the population of Tarud?
Tarud has a total population of 299, including 139 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Tarud?
There are 91 households in Tarud.
What is the literacy rate in Tarud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarud is 23.41%. Male literacy is 37.41% and female literacy is 11.25%.