Taraban - Niali, Cuttack
Taraban is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Billasuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taraban village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taraban is 400305. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 754004 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Taraban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taraban
According to the 2011 Census, Taraban village had a total population of 750 people, including 377 males and 373 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.97%, with male literacy at 91.95% and female literacy at 77.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 750 | 377 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 320 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 57 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Taraban
Taraban 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 Taraban
Public transport in the Taraban 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Taraban is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Taraban is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taraban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taraban village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Taraban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taraban village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Taraban
Where is Taraban located?
Taraban village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taraban?
The Gram Panchayat of Taraban is Billasuni.
What is the pincode of Taraban?
The pincode of Taraban is 754004.
What is the population of Taraban?
Taraban had a total population of 750, including 377 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Taraban?
Taraban had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taraban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taraban was 84.97%. Male literacy was 91.95% and female literacy was 77.91%.