Tarkasar - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Tarkasar is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Tarkasar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarkasar is 513288. The village covers a total geographical area of 747.37 hectares and falls under the 360405 pincode. Dhoraji is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Tarkasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarkasar
According to the 2011 Census, Tarkasar village had a total population of 696 people, including 347 males and 349 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.88%, with male literacy at 81.47% and female literacy at 68.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 696 | 347 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 255 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 92 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Tarkasar
Tarkasar 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 Tarkasar
Tarkasar 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhoraji to Tarkasar is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Tarkasar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarkasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarkasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tarkasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarkasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tarkasar
Where is Tarkasar located?
Tarkasar village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tarkasar?
Tarkasar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tarkasar?
The pincode of Tarkasar is 360405.
What is the population of Tarkasar?
Tarkasar had a total population of 696, including 347 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Tarkasar?
Tarkasar had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarkasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarkasar was 74.88%. Male literacy was 81.47% and female literacy was 68.35%.