Tarapor - Mandvi, Surat
Tarapor is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Maldha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarapor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarapor is 523996. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.35 hectares and falls under the 394440 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Tarapor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tarapor
According to the 2011 Census, Tarapor village had a total population of 657 people, including 326 males and 331 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.84%, with male literacy at 78.25% and female literacy at 57.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 652.
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 | 657 | 326 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 41 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 652 | 324 | 328 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 223 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 103 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Tarapor
Tarapor 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 Tarapor
Public transport in the Tarapor 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 Mandvi to Tarapor is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Tarapor is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarapor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarapor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tarapor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarapor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tarapor
Where is Tarapor located?
Tarapor village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarapor?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarapor is Maldha.
What is the pincode of Tarapor?
The pincode of Tarapor is 394440.
What is the population of Tarapor?
Tarapor had a total population of 657, including 326 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Tarapor?
Tarapor had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarapor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarapor was 67.84%. Male literacy was 78.25% and female literacy was 57.30%.