Tanasa - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Tanasa is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Tanasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tanasa is 516325. The village covers a total geographical area of 2206.97 hectares and falls under the 364120 pincode. Alang is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Tanasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tanasa
As per Census 2011, Tanasa village has a total population of 3,970 people, consisting of 2,073 males and 1,897 females. The village has 691 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 517 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,083 literate and 887 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tanasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,970 | 2,073 | 1,897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 517 | 294 | 223 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 3,083 | 1,651 | 1,432 |
| Illiterate Population | 887 | 422 | 465 |
Nearby Villages of Tanasa
Tanasa 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 Tanasa
Public transport in the Tanasa is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Alang to Tanasa is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Tanasa is about 33 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 Tanasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tanasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tanasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tanasa 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 Tanasa
Where is Tanasa located?
Tanasa village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tanasa?
Tanasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tanasa?
The pincode of Tanasa is 364120.
What is the population of Tanasa?
Tanasa has a total population of 3,970, including 2,073 males and 1,897 females.
How many households are there in Tanasa?
There are 691 households in Tanasa.
What is the literacy rate in Tanasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tanasa is 77.66%. Male literacy is 79.64% and female literacy is 75.49%.