Tarajanga - Tirtol, Jagatsinghapur
Tarajanga is a village situated in the Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirtol and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Tarajanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarajanga is 397607. The village covers a total geographical area of 203 hectares and falls under the 754137 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Tarajanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirtol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarajanga
As per Census 2011, Tarajanga village has a total population of 1,525 people, consisting of 751 males and 774 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,221 literate and 304 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarajanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,525 | 751 | 774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 66 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 94 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,221 | 636 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 115 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Tarajanga
Tarajanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotakana | North-West | 1.10 km |
| Pubapada | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Kansari | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Hajipur | South | 1.52 km |
| Podapada | West | 1.53 km |
| Tentulipada | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Kilipal | North | 2.01 km |
| Biseswar Pur | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Dhana Chakapada | South | 2.50 km |
| Kabal Pur | South-West | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tarajanga
Public transport in the Tarajanga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Tarajanga is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarajanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarajanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tarajanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarajanga 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tarajanga
Where is Tarajanga located?
Tarajanga village is located in Tirtol Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarajanga?
Tarajanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tarajanga?
The pincode of Tarajanga is 754137.
What is the population of Tarajanga?
Tarajanga has a total population of 1,525, including 751 males and 774 females.
How many households are there in Tarajanga?
There are 325 households in Tarajanga.
What is the literacy rate in Tarajanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarajanga is 80.07%. Male literacy is 84.69% and female literacy is 75.58%.