Tarra - Jama, Dumka
Tarra is a village situated in the Jama subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jama and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Chhelapathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarra is 371579. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 814110 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Tarra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tarra
According to the 2011 Census, Tarra village had a total population of 215 people, including 100 males and 115 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,150 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.06%, with male literacy at 84.88% and female literacy at 54.74%.
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 | 215 | 100 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 73 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 27 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Tarra
Tarra 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 Tarra
Tarra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dumka to Tarra 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 Tarra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tarra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tarra
Where is Tarra located?
Tarra village is located in Jama Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarra?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarra is Chhelapathar.
What is the pincode of Tarra?
The pincode of Tarra is 814110.
What is the population of Tarra?
Tarra had a total population of 215, including 100 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Tarra?
Tarra had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarra was 69.06%. Male literacy was 84.88% and female literacy was 54.74%.