Tarsara - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Tarsara is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Tarsara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarsara is 516622. The village covers a total geographical area of 1121.43 hectares and falls under the 364140 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Tarsara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarsara
As per Census 2011, Tarsara village has a total population of 3,541 people, consisting of 1,830 males and 1,711 females. The village has 600 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 535 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,588 literate and 953 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarsara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,541 | 1,830 | 1,711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 535 | 276 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 2,588 | 1,431 | 1,157 |
| Illiterate Population | 953 | 399 | 554 |
Nearby Villages of Tarsara
Tarsara 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 Tarsara
Tarsara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Tarsara is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Tarsara is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarsara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarsara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tarsara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarsara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tarsara
Where is Tarsara located?
Tarsara village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarsara?
Tarsara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tarsara?
The pincode of Tarsara is 364140.
What is the population of Tarsara?
Tarsara has a total population of 3,541, including 1,830 males and 1,711 females.
How many households are there in Tarsara?
There are 600 households in Tarsara.
What is the literacy rate in Tarsara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarsara is 73.09%. Male literacy is 78.20% and female literacy is 67.62%.