Taruwa
Taruwa is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Taruwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Taruwa has its own place in the vibrant Banas Kantha 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 Taruwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taruwa is 507583. The village spans a total geographical area of 799.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385565. Tharad is nearest town to Taruwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Taruwa 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 Tharad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Taruwa
Population of Taruwa
Below is a concise population overview of Taruwa 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 | 2,276 | 1,193 | 1,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 444 | 230 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 341 | 179 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,122 | 732 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,154 | 461 | 693 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Taruwa village:
- The total population of Taruwa village is around 2,276, including approximately 1,193 males and 1,083 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 444 children aged 0–6 years in Taruwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Taruwa village has 341 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Taruwa village is about 49.30%, with male literacy at 61.36% and female literacy at 36.01%.
- There are around 361 households in Taruwa village.
Connectivity of Taruwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taruwa. As per the 2011 stats, Taruwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Taruwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Taruwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taruwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Taruwa
- Where is Taruwa located?
- Taruwa village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Taruwa?
- Taruwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Taruwa?
- The pincode of Taruwa is 385565, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Taruwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taruwa is 2,276, with 1,193 males and 1,083 females.
- How many households are there in Taruwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Taruwa village has a total of 361 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Taruwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taruwa is 49.30%. The male literacy rate is 61.36%, while the female literacy rate is 36.01%.