Taranda - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Taranda is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Chakuliabahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taranda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taranda is 381866. The village covers a total geographical area of 237 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Taranda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taranda
According to the 2011 Census, Taranda village had a total population of 182 people, including 88 males and 94 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.39%, with male literacy at 90.12% and female literacy at 54.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 170.
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 | 182 | 88 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 83 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 73 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 15 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Taranda
Taranda 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 Taranda
Public transport in the Taranda 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Taranda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Taranda is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taranda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taranda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Taranda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taranda 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 Taranda
Where is Taranda located?
Taranda village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taranda?
The Gram Panchayat of Taranda is Chakuliabahal.
What is the pincode of Taranda?
The pincode of Taranda is 768107.
What is the population of Taranda?
Taranda had a total population of 182, including 88 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Taranda?
Taranda had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taranda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taranda was 72.39%. Male literacy was 90.12% and female literacy was 54.88%.