Taraya

Taraya is a village located in Varanasi tehsil of Varanasi district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from Varanasi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Taraya village. As per 2009 stats, Taraya village is also a gram panchayat.

Taraya has its own place in the vibrant Varanasi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Taraya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taraya is 209606. The village spans a total geographical area of 97.99 hectares. Varanasi is nearest town to Taraya village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Taraya

Below is a concise population overview of Taraya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,132 1,148 984
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 324 175 149
Scheduled Castes (SC) 513 295 218
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 10 6 4
Literate Population 1,292 813 479
Illiterate Population 840 335 505

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Taraya village:

  • The total population of Taraya village is around 2,132, including approximately 1,148 males and 984 females, with a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 324 children aged 0–6 years in Taraya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Taraya village has 513 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Taraya village is about 60.60%, with male literacy at 70.82% and female literacy at 48.68%.
  • There are around 315 households in Taraya village.

Connectivity of Taraya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taraya. As per the 2011 stats, Taraya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Taraya

Knowing the nearby villages of Taraya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taraya.

Khuthan Khetalpur Ramagharwan Kharagaipur Piyri Puran Patti Vikapur Parwatpur Gaurdiha Chak Bansdev Bhagwanpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Taraya

Where is Taraya located?
Taraya village is situated in Varanasi Tehsil, within the Varanasi district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taraya?
Taraya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Taraya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taraya is 2,132, with 1,148 males and 984 females.
How many households are there in Taraya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Taraya village has a total of 315 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taraya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taraya is 60.60%. The male literacy rate is 70.82%, while the female literacy rate is 48.68%.