Tarana

Tarana is a village located in Jodiya taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Jodiya (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Tarana village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Tarana unique in its vibrant Jodiya-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Tarana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Tarana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tarana is 513700. The village spans a total geographical area of 1640.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361240. Dhrol is nearest town to Tarana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

When it comes to local governance, Tarana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Tarana

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Population of Tarana

According to the 2011 Census, Tarana has a total population of about 1,687, with approximately 874 males and 813 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 276 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 176 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.59%, with male literacy at about 60.30% and female literacy near 48.46%. There are around 352 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tarana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,687 874 813
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 276 153 123
Scheduled Castes (SC) 176 90 86
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 921 527 394
Illiterate Population 766 347 419

Connectivity of Tarana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tarana. As per the 2011 stats, Tarana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Tarana

Knowing the nearby villages of Tarana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tarana.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tarana

Where is Tarana located?
Tarana village is situated in Jodiya Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarana?
Tarana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Tarana?
The pincode of Tarana is 361240, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tarana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tarana is 1,687, with 874 males and 813 females.
How many households are there in Tarana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tarana village has a total of 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tarana is 54.59%. The male literacy rate is 60.30%, while the female literacy rate is 48.46%.