Tarkidih - Pathariya, Mungeli
Tarkidih is a village situated in the Pathariya tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 21 km from Pathariya and around 38 km from Bilaspur. Tarki Dih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarkidih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarkidih is 438381. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.16 hectares and falls under the 495330 pincode. Takhatpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Tarkidih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarkidih
As per Census 2011, Tarkidih village has a total population of 726 people, consisting of 391 males and 335 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 394 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarkidih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 726 | 391 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 82 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 251 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 140 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Tarkidih
Tarkidih is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsakapa | South-West | 1.08 km |
| Kesharuadih | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Panchbahra | East | 1.33 km |
| Amlikapa | South | 1.80 km |
| Modhe | North | 2.08 km |
| Solhabelha | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Karhi | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Bhilai | South | 2.88 km |
| Achanakpur | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Piparhata | East | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tarkidih
Tarkidih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghutku, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Takhatpur to Tarkidih is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Tarkidih is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarkidih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarkidih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tarkidih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarkidih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tarkidih
Where is Tarkidih located?
Tarkidih village is located in Pathariya Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarkidih?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarkidih is Tarki Dih.
What is the pincode of Tarkidih?
The pincode of Tarkidih is 495330.
What is the population of Tarkidih?
Tarkidih has a total population of 726, including 391 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Tarkidih?
There are 164 households in Tarkidih.
What is the literacy rate in Tarkidih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarkidih is 54.27%. Male literacy is 64.19% and female literacy is 42.69%.