Tharalu - Bengaluru South, Bengaluru Urban

Tharalu is a village situated in the Bengaluru South taluka of Bengaluru Urban district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from Bangalore South and around 25 km from Bangalore. Taralu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tharalu village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Tharalu is 613047. The village covers a total geographical area of 600.81 hectares and falls under the 560116 pincode. Bbmp is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.

Tharalu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yeshvanthapura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bengaluru North Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Tharalu

According to the 2011 Census, Tharalu village had a total population of 2,810 people, including 2,072 males and 738 females, living in 555 households. The sex ratio was 356 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.34%, with male literacy at 92.45% and female literacy at 60.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 697, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 35.

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 Population2,8102,072738
Child Population (0–6 yrs)1609862
Scheduled Castes (SC)697360337
Scheduled Tribes (ST)35269
Literate Population2,2351,825410
Illiterate Population575247328

Nearby Villages of Tharalu

Tharalu 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 VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
AlakabelaluSouth0.53 km
ThattaguppeSouth1.48 km
GulakamaleNorth1.81 km
VaddarapalyaSouth3.17 km
O.b.chudahalliNorth3.28 km
BhoothanahalliNorth-East3.30 km
SunkadakatteSouth-West3.32 km
ByrappanahalliEast4.18 km
K. ChudahalliWest4.33 km
Ragihalli State ForestSouth-East4.74 km

Transport and Connectivity of Tharalu

Tharalu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hejjala, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.7 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceYesAvailable within village
Private Bus ServiceNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Railway StationNo-

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bbmp to Tharalu is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bangalore to Tharalu is about 25 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 Tharalu

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tharalu village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankYesAvailable within village
ATMNoAvailable within 2-5 km
Post OfficeYesAvailable within village

Health Facilities in Tharalu

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tharalu village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)YesAvailable within village
Primary Health Centre (PHC)YesAvailable within village
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within 2-5 km

FAQs about Tharalu

Where is Tharalu located?

Tharalu village is located in Bengaluru South Taluka, Bengaluru Urban district, Karnataka, India.

What is the Gram Panchayat of Tharalu?

The Gram Panchayat of Tharalu is Taralu.

What is the pincode of Tharalu?

The pincode of Tharalu is 560116.

What is the population of Tharalu?

Tharalu had a total population of 2,810, including 2,072 males and 738 females.

How many households are there in Tharalu?

Tharalu had 555 households.

What is the literacy rate in Tharalu?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tharalu was 84.34%. Male literacy was 92.45% and female literacy was 60.65%.