Taratara - Chohtan, Barmer
Taratara is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Panoniyo Ka Tala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taratara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taratara is 088678. The village covers a total geographical area of 805.84 hectares and falls under the 344012 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Taratara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chohtan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taratara
According to the 2011 Census, Taratara village had a total population of 947 people, including 510 males and 437 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.37%, with male literacy at 72.77% and female literacy at 36.28%.
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 | 947 | 510 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 95 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 302 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 208 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Taratara
Taratara 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 Taratara
Public transport in the Taratara is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Barmer to Taratara is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taratara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taratara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Taratara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taratara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Taratara
Where is Taratara located?
Taratara village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taratara?
The Gram Panchayat of Taratara is Panoniyo Ka Tala.
What is the pincode of Taratara?
The pincode of Taratara is 344012.
What is the population of Taratara?
Taratara had a total population of 947, including 510 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Taratara?
Taratara had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taratara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taratara was 56.37%. Male literacy was 72.77% and female literacy was 36.28%.