Taran - Jarmundi, Dumka
Taran is a village situated in the Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jarmundi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Shankarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taran is 369634. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.07 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Taran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Taran
According to the 2011 Census, Taran village had a total population of 143 people, including 78 males and 65 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.86%, with male literacy at 58.21% and female literacy at 23.08%.
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 | 143 | 78 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 39 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 39 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Taran
Taran 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 Taran
Public transport in the Taran is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Taran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Taran is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taran 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Taran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Taran
Where is Taran located?
Taran village is located in Jarmundi Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taran?
The Gram Panchayat of Taran is Shankarpur.
What is the pincode of Taran?
The pincode of Taran is 814145.
What is the population of Taran?
Taran had a total population of 143, including 78 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Taran?
Taran had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taran was 42.86%. Male literacy was 58.21% and female literacy was 23.08%.