Tarua
Tarua is a village located in Narayangarh subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Belda are the district & sub-district headquarters of Tarua village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Tutranga is the gram panchayat of Tarua village.
Here you can discover what makes Tarua unique in its vibrant Narayangarh-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Tarua’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tarua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tarua is 343382. The village spans a total geographical area of 163.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721424. Kharagpur is nearest town to Tarua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Tarua
Population of Tarua
According to the 2011 Census, Tarua has a total population of about 1,215, with approximately 641 males and 574 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 133 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 312 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 210. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.04%, with male literacy at about 77.38% and female literacy near 61.85%. There are around 285 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tarua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,215 | 641 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 70 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 161 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 114 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 851 | 496 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 145 | 219 |
Connectivity of Tarua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tarua. As per the 2011 stats, Tarua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tarua
Knowing the nearby villages of Tarua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tarua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tarua
- Where is Tarua located?
- Tarua village is situated in Narayangarh Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tarua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tarua is Tutranga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tarua?
- The pincode of Tarua is 721424, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tarua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tarua is 1,215, with 641 males and 574 females.
- How many households are there in Tarua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tarua village has a total of 285 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tarua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tarua is 70.04%. The male literacy rate is 77.38%, while the female literacy rate is 61.85%.