Tanjara - Sonhat, Korea
Tanjara is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Sonhat and around 50 km from Baikunthpur. Tanjara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tanjara is 431563. The village covers a total geographical area of 297.33 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Tanjara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tanjara
As per Census 2011, Tanjara village has a total population of 436 people, consisting of 211 males and 225 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 239 literate and 197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tanjara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 436 | 211 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 28 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 339 | 165 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 149 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 62 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Tanjara
Tanjara 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 Tanjara
Tanjara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Baikunthpur to Tanjara is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baikunthpur to Tanjara is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tanjara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tanjara 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 Tanjara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tanjara 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 Tanjara
Where is Tanjara located?
Tanjara village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tanjara?
Tanjara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tanjara?
The pincode of Tanjara is 497339.
What is the population of Tanjara?
Tanjara has a total population of 436, including 211 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Tanjara?
There are 99 households in Tanjara.
What is the literacy rate in Tanjara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tanjara is 54.82%. Male literacy is 70.62% and female literacy is 40.00%.