Tarashel - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Tarashel is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Rutungia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarashel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarashel is 416763. The village covers a total geographical area of 289 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 104 km away.
Tarashel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarashel
According to the 2011 Census, Tarashel village had a total population of 86 people, including 41 males and 45 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.23%, with male literacy at 43.75% and female literacy at 15.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 27 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Tarashel
Tarashel 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 Tarashel
Public transport in the Tarashel is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Tarashel is about 104 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tarashel is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarashel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarashel 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tarashel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarashel 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 Tarashel
Where is Tarashel located?
Tarashel village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarashel?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarashel is Rutungia.
What is the pincode of Tarashel?
The pincode of Tarashel is 762103.
What is the population of Tarashel?
Tarashel had a total population of 86, including 41 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Tarashel?
Tarashel had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarashel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarashel was 29.23%. Male literacy was 43.75% and female literacy was 15.15%.