Tarpala - Umrala, Bhavnagar
Tarpala is a village situated in the Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umrala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Tarpala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarpala is 516192. The village covers a total geographical area of 472.91 hectares and falls under the 364330 pincode. Dhola is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Tarpala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarpala
As per Census 2011, Tarpala village has a total population of 681 people, consisting of 333 males and 348 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 390 literate and 291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarpala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 681 | 333 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 45 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 56 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 233 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 100 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Tarpala
Tarpala 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 Tarpala
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Tarpala. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Tarpala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhola to Tarpala is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Tarpala is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarpala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarpala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tarpala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarpala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Tarpala
Where is Tarpala located?
Tarpala village is located in Umrala Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarpala?
Tarpala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tarpala?
The pincode of Tarpala is 364330.
What is the population of Tarpala?
Tarpala has a total population of 681, including 333 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Tarpala?
There are 130 households in Tarpala.
What is the literacy rate in Tarpala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarpala is 57.27%. Male literacy is 69.97% and female literacy is 45.11%.