Tarapur - Arnia, Jammu
Tarapur is a village situated in the Arnia tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 27 km from Bishnah and around 46 km from Jammu. Trewa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarapur is 006277. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.5 hectares and falls under the 181131 pincode. Arina is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Tarapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Tarapur
Tarapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Ram Chand | East | 1.49 km |
| Burj Sheru | East | 2.18 km |
| Chhajwal | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Chak Katlan | South | 2.68 km |
| Bajawati | South | 3.22 km |
| Barota | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Rampur | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Bain | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Chak Baglan | West | 4.29 km |
| Karali Kalan | West | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tarapur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Tarapur. The nearest railway station is Block Hut Basantpur, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arina to Tarapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Tarapur is about 46 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 Tarapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tarapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tarapur
Where is Tarapur located?
Tarapur village is located in Arnia Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarapur is Trewa.
What is the pincode of Tarapur?
The pincode of Tarapur is 181131.