Taroda - Darwha, Yavatmal
Taroda is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Taroda village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taroda is 542583. The village covers a total geographical area of 405.9 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 5 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 Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taroda
According to the 2011 Census, Taroda village had a total population of 1,467 people, including 749 males and 718 females, living in 377 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.38%, with male literacy at 87.11% and female literacy at 71.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 291, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 214.
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 | 1,467 | 749 | 718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 105 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 147 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 108 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 1,001 | 561 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 188 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Taroda
Taroda 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 Taroda
Taroda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Darwha to Taroda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Taroda 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Taroda
Where is Taroda located?
Taroda village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Taroda?
Taroda is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taroda?
The pincode of Taroda is 445202.
What is the population of Taroda?
Taroda had a total population of 1,467, including 749 males and 718 females.
How many households are there in Taroda?
Taroda had 377 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taroda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taroda was 79.38%. Male literacy was 87.11% and female literacy was 71.31%.