Tarana - Bisoi, Mayurbhanj
Tarana is a village situated in the Bisoi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisoi and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Tarana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarana is 388042. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 757048 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Tarana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangriposi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarana
According to the 2011 Census, Tarana village had a total population of 101 people, including 51 males and 50 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.38%, with male literacy at 23.40% and female literacy at 6.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 40 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Tarana
Tarana 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 Tarana
Tarana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rairangpur to Tarana is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Tarana is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tarana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tarana
Where is Tarana located?
Tarana village is located in Bisoi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tarana?
Tarana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tarana?
The pincode of Tarana is 757048.
What is the population of Tarana?
Tarana had a total population of 101, including 51 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Tarana?
Tarana had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarana was 15.38%. Male literacy was 23.40% and female literacy was 6.82%.