Tara - Gola, Gorakhpur
Tara is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Tadha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tara is 187952. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.88 hectares and falls under the 273402 pincode.
Tara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tara
As per Census 2011, Tara village has a total population of 2,397 people, consisting of 1,215 males and 1,182 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,659 literate and 738 illiterate residents. Additionally, 386 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,397 | 1,215 | 1,182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 150 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 187 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 1,659 | 929 | 730 |
| Illiterate Population | 738 | 286 | 452 |
Nearby Villages of Tara
Tara 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 Tara
Tara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gorakhpur to Tara is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tara
Where is Tara located?
Tara village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tara?
The Gram Panchayat of Tara is Tadha.
What is the pincode of Tara?
The pincode of Tara is 273402.
What is the population of Tara?
Tara has a total population of 2,397, including 1,215 males and 1,182 females.
How many households are there in Tara?
There are 335 households in Tara.
What is the literacy rate in Tara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tara is 69.21%. Male literacy is 76.46% and female literacy is 61.76%.