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.

Here you can discover what makes Tarekela unique in its vibrant Kolabira-Jharsuguda region. You’ll see Tarekela’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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

According to the 2011 Census, Tarekela has a total population of about 1,477, with approximately 745 males and 732 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 210 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 240 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,020. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.22%, with male literacy at about 60.40% and female literacy near 45.90%. There are around 359 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tarekela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.