Tarka - Mohammadabad, Ghazipur
Tarka is a village situated in the Mohammadabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohammadabad and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Tarka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarka is 206277. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.44 hectares and falls under the 233231 pincode. Mohammadabad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Tarka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohammadabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarka
As per Census 2011, Tarka village has a total population of 1,656 people, consisting of 881 males and 775 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,049 literate and 607 illiterate residents. Additionally, 206 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,656 | 881 | 775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 90 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 128 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 666 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 215 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Tarka
Tarka 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 Tarka
Tarka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tarka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mohammadabad to Tarka is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Tarka is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Tarka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarka 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 Tarka
Where is Tarka located?
Tarka village is located in Mohammadabad Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarka?
Tarka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tarka?
The pincode of Tarka is 233231.
What is the population of Tarka?
Tarka has a total population of 1,656, including 881 males and 775 females.
How many households are there in Tarka?
There are 262 households in Tarka.
What is the literacy rate in Tarka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarka is 63.35%. Male literacy is 75.60% and female literacy is 49.42%.