Tarai - Tamar I, Ranchi
Tarai is a village situated in the Tamar I subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamari and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Rargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarai is 374626. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode.
Tarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tarai
As per Census 2011, Tarai village has a total population of 1,288 people, consisting of 666 males and 622 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 828 literate and 460 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 257 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,288 | 666 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 88 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 95 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 257 | 134 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 828 | 509 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 460 | 157 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Tarai
Tarai 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 Tarai
Tarai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Ranchi to Tarai is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tarai
Where is Tarai located?
Tarai village is located in Tamar I Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarai is Rargaon.
What is the pincode of Tarai?
The pincode of Tarai is 834001.
What is the population of Tarai?
Tarai has a total population of 1,288, including 666 males and 622 females.
How many households are there in Tarai?
There are 291 households in Tarai.
What is the literacy rate in Tarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarai is 64.29%. Male literacy is 76.43% and female literacy is 51.29%.