Tarava - Gumma, Gajapati

Tarava is a village situated in the Gumma tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from Serango and around 34 km from Paralakhemundi. Tarava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarava is 414392. The village covers a total geographical area of 1334 hectares and falls under the 761207 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.

Tarava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paralakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Tarava

According to the 2011 Census, Tarava village had a total population of 961 people, including 447 males and 514 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 1,150 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.79%, with male literacy at 58.89% and female literacy at 32.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 941.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Tarava

Tarava 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Tarava

Tarava is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lihuri Halt, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.6 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parlakhemundi to Tarava is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Tarava is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Tarava

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarava village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Tarava

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarava village are given below:

FAQs about Tarava