Taraf Pain - Nagri Parole, Kathua
Taraf Pain is a village situated in the Nagri Parole tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Kathua and around 15 km from Kathua. Taraf Wala serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Taraf Pain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taraf Pain is 001945. The village covers a total geographical area of 236 hectares and falls under the 184151 pincode. Kathua is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Taraf Pain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kathua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taraf Pain
According to the 2011 Census, Taraf Pain village had a total population of 536 people, including 278 males and 258 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.79%, with male literacy at 78.05% and female literacy at 64.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 330, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 536 | 278 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 172 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 192 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 86 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Taraf Pain
Taraf Pain 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 Taraf Pain
Taraf Pain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Taraf Pain.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kathua to Taraf Pain is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Taraf Pain is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taraf Pain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taraf Pain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Taraf Pain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taraf Pain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Taraf Pain
Where is Taraf Pain located?
Taraf Pain village is located in Nagri Parole Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Taraf Pain?
The Halqa Panchayat of Taraf Pain is Taraf Wala.
What is the pincode of Taraf Pain?
The pincode of Taraf Pain is 184151.
What is the population of Taraf Pain?
Taraf Pain had a total population of 536, including 278 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Taraf Pain?
Taraf Pain had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taraf Pain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taraf Pain was 71.79%. Male literacy was 78.05% and female literacy was 64.86%.