Tara - Belpara, Balangir
Tara is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Kapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tara is 420908. The village covers a total geographical area of 790 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Tara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tara
As per Census 2011, Tara village has a total population of 1,223 people, consisting of 617 males and 606 females. The village has 292 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 553 literate and 670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 683 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,223 | 617 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 86 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 683 | 348 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 334 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 283 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Tara
Tara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhuinara | South | 2.28 km |
| Budamunda | East | 2.77 km |
| Darhamunda | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Dhungiamunda | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Beheramunda | West | 3.31 km |
| Kapani | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Patrapali | South | 4.30 km |
| Kindrital | North | 4.56 km |
| Turlamal | East | 4.60 km |
| Mallikmunda | North | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tara
Public transport in the Tara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Turekala Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 km.
| 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 Patnagarh to Tara is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Tara is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tara 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 Tara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tara
Where is Tara located?
Tara village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tara?
The Gram Panchayat of Tara is Kapani.
What is the pincode of Tara?
The pincode of Tara is 767026.
What is the population of Tara?
Tara has a total population of 1,223, including 617 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Tara?
There are 292 households in Tara.
What is the literacy rate in Tara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tara is 45.22%. Male literacy is 54.13% and female literacy is 36.14%.