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
According to the 2011 Census, Tarsara village had a total population of 3,541 people, including 1,830 males and 1,711 females, living in 600 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.09%, with male literacy at 92.08% and female literacy at 79.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 3,541, including 1,830 males and 1,711 females.
How many households are there in Tarsara?
Tarsara had 600 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarsara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarsara was 86.09%. Male literacy was 92.08% and female literacy was 79.68%.