Tarma - Rengakharkala, Kabeerdham
Tarma is a village situated in the Rengakharkala tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 60 km from Bodla and around 85 km from Kawardha. Titri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarma is 439556. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.182 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Kawardha is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Tarma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarma
As per Census 2011, Tarma village has a total population of 177 people, consisting of 89 males and 88 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 93 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 177 | 89 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 71 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 52 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 37 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Tarma
Tarma 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 Tarma
Tarma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Tarma has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kawardha to Tarma is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Tarma is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tarma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tarma
Where is Tarma located?
Tarma village is located in Rengakharkala Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarma?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarma is Titri.
What is the pincode of Tarma?
The pincode of Tarma is 491995.
What is the population of Tarma?
Tarma has a total population of 177, including 89 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Tarma?
There are 43 households in Tarma.
What is the literacy rate in Tarma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarma is 52.54%. Male literacy is 58.43% and female literacy is 46.59%.