Tarasingi - Jagannath Prasad, Ganjam
Tarasingi is a village situated in the Jagannath Prasad tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Tarasingi and around 140 km from Chatrapur. Tarasingi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarasingi is 410287. The village covers a total geographical area of 454 hectares and falls under the 761131 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Tarasingi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarasingi
As per Census 2011, Tarasingi village has a total population of 1,815 people, consisting of 928 males and 887 females. The village has 435 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,041 literate and 774 illiterate residents. Additionally, 580 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 250 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarasingi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,815 | 928 | 887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 139 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 580 | 302 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 124 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 1,041 | 619 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 774 | 309 | 465 |
Nearby Villages of Tarasingi
Tarasingi 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 Tarasingi
Tarasingi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Tarasingi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Tarasingi is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarasingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarasingi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tarasingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarasingi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tarasingi
Where is Tarasingi located?
Tarasingi village is located in Jagannath Prasad Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarasingi?
Tarasingi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tarasingi?
The pincode of Tarasingi is 761131.
What is the population of Tarasingi?
Tarasingi has a total population of 1,815, including 928 males and 887 females.
How many households are there in Tarasingi?
There are 435 households in Tarasingi.
What is the literacy rate in Tarasingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarasingi is 57.36%. Male literacy is 66.70% and female literacy is 47.58%.