Tarkera
Tarkera is a village located in Kutra tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Kutra (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Tarkera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tarkera unique in its vibrant Kutra-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Tarkera’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 Tarkera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tarkera is 384182. The village spans a total geographical area of 414 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770033. Rajagangapur is nearest town to Tarkera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Tarkera
Population of Tarkera
According to the 2011 Census, Tarkera has a total population of about 1,600, with approximately 839 males and 761 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 187 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,208. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.00%, with male literacy at about 64.48% and female literacy near 48.75%. There are around 385 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tarkera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,600 | 839 | 761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 99 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,208 | 628 | 580 |
| Literate Population | 912 | 541 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 688 | 298 | 390 |
Connectivity of Tarkera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tarkera. As per the 2011 stats, Tarkera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tarkera
Knowing the nearby villages of Tarkera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tarkera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tarkera
- Where is Tarkera located?
- Tarkera village is situated in Kutra Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tarkera?
- Tarkera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tarkera?
- The pincode of Tarkera is 770033, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tarkera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tarkera is 1,600, with 839 males and 761 females.
- How many households are there in Tarkera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tarkera village has a total of 385 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tarkera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tarkera is 57.00%. The male literacy rate is 64.48%, while the female literacy rate is 48.75%.