Tarekela
Tarekela is a village located in Kolabira tehsil of Jharsuguda district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Kolabira (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Jharsuguda. As per 2009 stats, Kolabira is the gram panchayat of Tarekela village.
Tarekela has its own place in the vibrant Jharsuguda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Tarekela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tarekela is 381256. The village spans a total geographical area of 431 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768213. Jharsuguda is nearest town to Tarekela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tarekela village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bargarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Tarekela
Below is a concise population overview of Tarekela as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,477 | 745 | 732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 108 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 119 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,020 | 510 | 510 |
| Literate Population | 786 | 450 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 691 | 295 | 396 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tarekela village:
- The total population of Tarekela village is around 1,477, including approximately 745 males and 732 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 210 children aged 0–6 years in Tarekela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tarekela village has 240 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,020 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tarekela village is about 53.22%, with male literacy at 60.40% and female literacy at 45.90%.
- There are around 359 households in Tarekela village.
Connectivity of Tarekela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tarekela. As per the 2011 stats, Tarekela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tarekela
Knowing the nearby villages of Tarekela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tarekela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tarekela
- Where is Tarekela located?
- Tarekela village is situated in Kolabira Tehsil, within the Jharsuguda district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tarekela?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tarekela is Kolabira (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tarekela?
- The pincode of Tarekela is 768213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tarekela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tarekela is 1,477, with 745 males and 732 females.
- How many households are there in Tarekela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tarekela village has a total of 359 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tarekela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tarekela is 53.22%. The male literacy rate is 60.40%, while the female literacy rate is 45.90%.