Taroda - Hadgaon, Nanded
Taroda is a village situated in the Hadgaon tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hadgaon and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Taroda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taroda is 544538. The village covers a total geographical area of 1293 hectares and falls under the 431712 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Taroda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taroda
As per Census 2011, Taroda village has a total population of 1,143 people, consisting of 589 males and 554 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 695 literate and 448 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taroda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,143 | 589 | 554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 57 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,108 | 568 | 540 |
| Literate Population | 695 | 440 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 149 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Taroda
Taroda 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 Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Choramba Kh. | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Choramba Bk | East | 3.68 km |
| Sayalwadi | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Kusalwadi | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Manatha | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Sawargaon | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Malzara | North | 4.38 km |
| Deshmukhwadi | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Jambhala | South-East | 5.19 km |
| Jagapur | North | 5.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Taroda
Taroda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tharban, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hadgoan to Taroda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Taroda is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taroda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taroda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Taroda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taroda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taroda
Where is Taroda located?
Taroda village is located in Hadgaon Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taroda?
Taroda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taroda?
The pincode of Taroda is 431712.
What is the population of Taroda?
Taroda has a total population of 1,143, including 589 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Taroda?
There are 231 households in Taroda.
What is the literacy rate in Taroda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taroda is 60.80%. Male literacy is 74.70% and female literacy is 46.03%.