Taranda - Athmallik, Angul
Taranda is a village situated in the Athmallik tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Thakurgarh and around 65 km from Anugul . Maimura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taranda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taranda is 405099. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 759125 pincode. Athamallik is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Taranda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athmallik Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taranda
As per Census 2011, Taranda village has a total population of 293 people, consisting of 154 males and 139 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 197 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 293 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taranda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 293 | 154 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 154 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 111 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 43 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Taranda
Taranda 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 Taranda
Taranda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Athamallik to Taranda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Taranda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taranda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taranda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Taranda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taranda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taranda
Where is Taranda located?
Taranda village is located in Athmallik Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taranda?
The Gram Panchayat of Taranda is Maimura.
What is the pincode of Taranda?
The pincode of Taranda is 759125.
What is the population of Taranda?
Taranda has a total population of 293, including 154 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Taranda?
There are 62 households in Taranda.
What is the literacy rate in Taranda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taranda is 67.24%. Male literacy is 72.08% and female literacy is 61.87%.