Chhota Tara - Garbeta - III, Paschim Medinipur
Chhota Tara is a village situated in the Garbeta - III subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Karsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota Tara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Tara is 337290. The village covers a total geographical area of 541.4 hectares and falls under the 721253 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Chhota Tara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhota Tara
As per Census 2011, Chhota Tara village has a total population of 4,872 people, consisting of 2,494 males and 2,378 females. The village has 950 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 608 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,923 literate and 1,949 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 503 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhota Tara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,872 | 2,494 | 2,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 608 | 298 | 310 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 503 | 245 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 2,923 | 1,640 | 1,283 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,949 | 854 | 1,095 |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Tara
Chhota 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 Chhota Tara
Chhota Tara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chhota Tara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Midnapur to Chhota Tara is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhota Tara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Tara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhota 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 Chhota Tara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhota Tara
Where is Chhota Tara located?
Chhota Tara village is located in Garbeta - III Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Tara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Tara is Karsa.
What is the pincode of Chhota Tara?
The pincode of Chhota Tara is 721253.
What is the population of Chhota Tara?
Chhota Tara has a total population of 4,872, including 2,494 males and 2,378 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Tara?
There are 950 households in Chhota Tara.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Tara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Tara is 60.00%. Male literacy is 65.76% and female literacy is 53.95%.