Tarora - Sami, Patan
Tarora is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Tarora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarora is 509007. The village covers a total geographical area of 955.15 hectares and falls under the 384240 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Tarora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanasma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarora
According to the 2011 Census, Tarora village had a total population of 1,148 people, including 577 males and 571 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.49%, with male literacy at 89.86% and female literacy at 58.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 287.
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 | 1,148 | 577 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 74 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 146 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 733 | 452 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 125 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Tarora
Tarora 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 Tarora
Public transport in the Tarora 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 Harij to Tarora is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Tarora is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tarora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tarora
Where is Tarora located?
Tarora village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarora?
Tarora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tarora?
The pincode of Tarora is 384240.
What is the population of Tarora?
Tarora had a total population of 1,148, including 577 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Tarora?
Tarora had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarora was 74.49%. Male literacy was 89.86% and female literacy was 58.42%.