Taruwala - Paonta Sahib, Sirmaur
Taruwala is a village situated in the Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Badripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taruwala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taruwala is 023328. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.11 hectares and falls under the 173025 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Taruwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taruwala
As per Census 2011, Taruwala village has a total population of 1,018 people, consisting of 511 males and 507 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 790 literate and 228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taruwala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,018 | 511 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 59 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 75 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 790 | 428 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 83 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Taruwala
Taruwala 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 Taruwala
Taruwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nahan to Taruwala is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taruwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taruwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Taruwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taruwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Taruwala
Where is Taruwala located?
Taruwala village is located in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taruwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Taruwala is Badripur.
What is the pincode of Taruwala?
The pincode of Taruwala is 173025.
What is the population of Taruwala?
Taruwala has a total population of 1,018, including 511 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Taruwala?
There are 215 households in Taruwala.
What is the literacy rate in Taruwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taruwala is 77.60%. Male literacy is 83.76% and female literacy is 71.40%.