Tarava - Hatadihi, Keonjhar
Tarava is a village situated in the Hatadihi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Anandapur and around 92 km from Kendujhar. Panchugochia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarava village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarava is 387075. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 758022 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Tarava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anandapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarava
According to the 2011 Census, Tarava village had a total population of 783 people, including 406 males and 377 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.88%, with male literacy at 88.37% and female literacy at 83.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 202.
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 | 783 | 406 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 112 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 602 | 319 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 87 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Tarava
Tarava 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 Tarava
Tarava is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anandapur to Tarava is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Tarava is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tarava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tarava
Where is Tarava located?
Tarava village is located in Hatadihi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarava?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarava is Panchugochia.
What is the pincode of Tarava?
The pincode of Tarava is 758022.
What is the population of Tarava?
Tarava had a total population of 783, including 406 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Tarava?
Tarava had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarava was 85.88%. Male literacy was 88.37% and female literacy was 83.24%.