Tarkun
Tarkun is a village located in Tira Sujanpur tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from district headquarter Tira Sujanpur. Tira Sujanpur is the sub-district headquarter of Tarkun village. As per 2009 stats, Darla is the gram panchayat of Tarkun village.
Here you can discover what makes Tarkun unique in its vibrant Tira Sujanpur-Hamirpur region. You’ll see Tarkun’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 Tarkun
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tarkun is 016378. The village spans a total geographical area of 21.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176108. Tira Sujanpur is nearest town to Tarkun village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Tarkun 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 Sujanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tarkun
Population of Tarkun
According to the 2011 Census, Tarkun has a total population of about 65, with approximately 29 males and 36 females. The sex ratio is around 1241 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 12 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 21 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 69.23%, with male literacy at about 82.76% and female literacy near 58.33%. There are around 10 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tarkun's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 65 | 29 | 36 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 45 | 24 | 21 |
Illiterate Population | 20 | 5 | 15 |
Connectivity of Tarkun
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tarkun. As per the 2011 stats, Tarkun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tarkun
Knowing the nearby villages of Tarkun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tarkun.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tarkun
- Where is Tarkun located?
- Tarkun village is situated in Tira Sujanpur Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tarkun?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tarkun is Darla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tarkun?
- The pincode of Tarkun is 176108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tarkun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tarkun is 65, with 29 males and 36 females.
- How many households are there in Tarkun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tarkun village has a total of 10 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tarkun as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tarkun is 69.23%. The male literacy rate is 82.76%, while the female literacy rate is 58.33%.