Taraur - Chachyot, Mandi
Taraur is a village situated in the Chachyot tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Balhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taraur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taraur is 015381. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.19 hectares and falls under the 175029 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Taraur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taraur
According to the 2011 Census, Taraur village had a total population of 636 people, including 318 males and 318 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.78%, with male literacy at 90.63% and female literacy at 74.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 636 | 318 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 102 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 476 | 261 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 57 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Taraur
Taraur 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 Taraur
Taraur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Taraur is about 26 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 Taraur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taraur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Taraur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taraur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taraur
Where is Taraur located?
Taraur village is located in Chachyot Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taraur?
The Gram Panchayat of Taraur is Balhari.
What is the pincode of Taraur?
The pincode of Taraur is 175029.
What is the population of Taraur?
Taraur had a total population of 636, including 318 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Taraur?
Taraur had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taraur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taraur was 82.78%. Male literacy was 90.63% and female literacy was 74.91%.