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
As per Census 2011, Tarora village has a total population of 1,148 people, consisting of 577 males and 571 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 733 literate and 415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,148 | 577 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 74 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 146 | 141 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,148, including 577 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Tarora?
There are 230 households in Tarora.
What is the literacy rate in Tarora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarora is 63.85%. Male literacy is 78.34% and female literacy is 49.21%.