Taragam - Ananthagiri, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Taragam is a village situated in the Ananthagiri mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 64 km from Ananthagiri and around 100 km from Visakhapatnam. Kivarla serves as the Grama Panchayat for Taragam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taragam is 584319. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 531030 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Taragam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Taragam
According to the 2011 Census, Taragam village had a total population of 27 people, including 11 males and 16 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,455 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.00%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 18.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 8 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Taragam
Taragam 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 Taragam
Taragam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visakhapatnam to Taragam is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taragam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taragam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Taragam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taragam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taragam
Where is Taragam located?
Taragam village is located in Ananthagiri Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Taragam?
The Grama Panchayat of Taragam is Kivarla.
What is the pincode of Taragam?
The pincode of Taragam is 531030.
What is the population of Taragam?
Taragam had a total population of 27, including 11 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Taragam?
Taragam had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taragam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taragam was 25.00%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 18.18%.