Tarasahi - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Tarasahi is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Tarasahi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarasahi is 398418. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 754119 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Tarasahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarasahi
As per Census 2011, Tarasahi village has a total population of 2,127 people, consisting of 1,037 males and 1,090 females. The village has 462 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,458 literate and 669 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,219 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarasahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,127 | 1,037 | 1,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 109 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,219 | 579 | 640 |
| Literate Population | 1,458 | 799 | 659 |
| Illiterate Population | 669 | 238 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Tarasahi
Tarasahi 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 Tarasahi
Tarasahi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Tarasahi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarasahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarasahi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tarasahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarasahi 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 Tarasahi
Where is Tarasahi located?
Tarasahi village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarasahi?
Tarasahi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tarasahi?
The pincode of Tarasahi is 754119.
What is the population of Tarasahi?
Tarasahi has a total population of 2,127, including 1,037 males and 1,090 females.
How many households are there in Tarasahi?
There are 462 households in Tarasahi.
What is the literacy rate in Tarasahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarasahi is 68.55%. Male literacy is 77.05% and female literacy is 60.46%.