Tanta - Kahara, Doda
Tanta is a village situated in the Kahara tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Thathri and around 45 km from Doda. Tanta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tanta is 004321. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.4 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Thathri is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Tanta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tanta
According to the 2011 Census, Tanta village had a total population of 2,324 people, including 1,126 males and 1,198 females, living in 429 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.63%, with male literacy at 50.53% and female literacy at 23.50%.
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 | 2,324 | 1,126 | 1,198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 277 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 640 | 429 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,684 | 697 | 987 |
Nearby Villages of Tanta
Tanta 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 Tanta
Tanta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Thathri to Tanta is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Tanta 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 Tanta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tanta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tanta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tanta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tanta
Where is Tanta located?
Tanta village is located in Kahara Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tanta?
Tanta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tanta?
The pincode of Tanta is 182203.
What is the population of Tanta?
Tanta had a total population of 2,324, including 1,126 males and 1,198 females.
How many households are there in Tanta?
Tanta had 429 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tanta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tanta was 36.63%. Male literacy was 50.53% and female literacy was 23.50%.