Tarkera - Kutra, Sundargarh
Tarkera is a village situated in the Kutra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kutra and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Tarkera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarkera is 384182. The village covers a total geographical area of 414 hectares and falls under the 769004 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Tarkera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarkera
As per Census 2011, Tarkera village has a total population of 1,600 people, consisting of 839 males and 761 females. The village has 385 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 187 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 912 literate and 688 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,208 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarkera are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Tarkera
Tarkera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pangniabahal | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Salangabahal | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Udurma | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Dalki | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Samlaimunda | South | 2.78 km |
| Sahajbahal | North | 3.04 km |
| Dongabandh | East | 3.90 km |
| Besalbhadi | North | 3.90 km |
| Kunmendra | North-West | 4.59 km |
| Kendudihi | South-East | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tarkera
Tarkera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raj Gangpur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Tarkera is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Tarkera is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarkera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarkera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tarkera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarkera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tarkera
Where is Tarkera located?
Tarkera village is located in Kutra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarkera?
Tarkera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tarkera?
The pincode of Tarkera is 769004.
What is the population of Tarkera?
Tarkera has a total population of 1,600, including 839 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Tarkera?
There are 385 households in Tarkera.
What is the literacy rate in Tarkera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarkera is 57.00%. Male literacy is 64.48% and female literacy is 48.75%.