Tarsai - Jamjodhpur, Jamnagar
Tarsai is a village situated in the Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamjodhapur and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Tarsai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarsai is 514159. The village covers a total geographical area of 2246.92 hectares and falls under the 360531 pincode. Jamjodhpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Tarsai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarsai
As per Census 2011, Tarsai village has a total population of 4,644 people, consisting of 2,371 males and 2,273 females. The village has 1,026 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 543 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,930 literate and 1,714 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarsai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,644 | 2,371 | 2,273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 543 | 283 | 260 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 111 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 29 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 2,930 | 1,656 | 1,274 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,714 | 715 | 999 |
Nearby Villages of Tarsai
Tarsai 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 Tarsai
Tarsai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamjodhpur to Tarsai is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Tarsai is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarsai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarsai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tarsai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarsai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tarsai
Where is Tarsai located?
Tarsai village is located in Jamjodhpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarsai?
Tarsai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tarsai?
The pincode of Tarsai is 360531.
What is the population of Tarsai?
Tarsai has a total population of 4,644, including 2,371 males and 2,273 females.
How many households are there in Tarsai?
There are 1,026 households in Tarsai.
What is the literacy rate in Tarsai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarsai is 63.09%. Male literacy is 69.84% and female literacy is 56.05%.