Tarekela
Tarekela is a village located in Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Pathalgaon (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Tarekela village is also a gram panchayat.
Tarekela has its own place in the vibrant Jashpur 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 Tarekela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tarekela is 434298. The village spans a total geographical area of 514.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496220. Pathalgaon is nearest town to Tarekela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tarekela village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Tarekela
Below is a concise population overview of Tarekela as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 950 | 468 | 482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 685 | 335 | 350 |
| Literate Population | 606 | 346 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 122 | 222 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tarekela village:
- The total population of Tarekela village is around 950, including approximately 468 males and 482 females, with a sex ratio of 1029 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 112 children aged 0–6 years in Tarekela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tarekela village has 58 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 685 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tarekela village is about 63.79%, with male literacy at 73.93% and female literacy at 53.94%.
- There are around 234 households in Tarekela village.
Connectivity of Tarekela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tarekela. As per the 2011 stats, Tarekela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tarekela
Knowing the nearby villages of Tarekela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tarekela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tarekela
- Where is Tarekela located?
- Tarekela village is situated in Pathalgaon Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tarekela?
- Tarekela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tarekela?
- The pincode of Tarekela is 496220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tarekela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tarekela is 950, with 468 males and 482 females.
- How many households are there in Tarekela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tarekela village has a total of 234 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tarekela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tarekela is 63.79%. The male literacy rate is 73.93%, while the female literacy rate is 53.94%.