Tarawa - Lalganj, Azamgarh
Tarawa is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Tarawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarawa is 195732. The village covers a total geographical area of 1272.1 hectares and falls under the 276123 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Tarawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarawa
As per Census 2011, Tarawa village has a total population of 7,922 people, consisting of 3,854 males and 4,068 females. The village has 1,209 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,371 literate and 3,551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,841 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,922 | 3,854 | 4,068 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,167 | 624 | 543 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,841 | 889 | 952 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,371 | 2,427 | 1,944 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,551 | 1,427 | 2,124 |
Nearby Villages of Tarawa
Tarawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamaya | West | 1.70 km |
| Hathinavar | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Dhanaya | West | 1.84 km |
| Murehari | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Mahmoodpur | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Maulanipur | North | 2.26 km |
| Sultanpur Tarwan | East | 2.27 km |
| Pandeyatarkusa | South | 2.34 km |
| Raipur Vikram | West | 2.35 km |
| Abbaspur Tarawa | East | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tarawa
Tarawa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sadat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Tarawa is about 40 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 Tarawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tarawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarawa 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 Tarawa
Where is Tarawa located?
Tarawa village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarawa is Tarawan.
What is the pincode of Tarawa?
The pincode of Tarawa is 276123.
What is the population of Tarawa?
Tarawa has a total population of 7,922, including 3,854 males and 4,068 females.
How many households are there in Tarawa?
There are 1,209 households in Tarawa.
What is the literacy rate in Tarawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarawa is 55.18%. Male literacy is 62.97% and female literacy is 47.79%.