Taras
Taras is a village located in Rajkanika tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Rajkanika (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Taras village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Taras unique in its vibrant Rajkanika-Kendrapara region. You’ll see Taras’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 Taras
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taras is 395624. The village spans a total geographical area of 141 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754220. Pattamundai is nearest town to Taras village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Taras
Population of Taras
According to the 2011 Census, Taras has a total population of about 1,369, with approximately 653 males and 716 females. The sex ratio is around 1096 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 174 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 259 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.14%, with male literacy at about 79.94% and female literacy near 74.58%. There are around 287 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Taras's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,369 | 653 | 716 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 89 | 85 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 130 | 129 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,056 | 522 | 534 |
Illiterate Population | 313 | 131 | 182 |
Connectivity of Taras
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taras. As per the 2011 stats, Taras had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Taras
Knowing the nearby villages of Taras helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taras.
Frequently Asked Questions about Taras
- Where is Taras located?
- Taras village is situated in Rajkanika Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Taras?
- Taras serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Taras?
- The pincode of Taras is 754220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Taras as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taras is 1,369, with 653 males and 716 females.
- How many households are there in Taras as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Taras village has a total of 287 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Taras as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taras is 77.14%. The male literacy rate is 79.94%, while the female literacy rate is 74.58%.