Tarangapur - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Tarangapur is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Tarangapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarangapur is 281826. The village covers a total geographical area of 314.94 hectares and falls under the 783120 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Tarangapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarangapur
According to the 2011 Census, Tarangapur village had a total population of 6,372 people, including 3,241 males and 3,131 females, living in 1,206 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.36%, with male literacy at 44.76% and female literacy at 39.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 6,372 | 3,241 | 3,131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,455 | 730 | 725 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,083 | 1,124 | 959 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,289 | 2,117 | 2,172 |
Nearby Villages of Tarangapur
Tarangapur 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 Tarangapur
Public transport in the Tarangapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lakhipur to Tarangapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Tarangapur is about 56 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 Tarangapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarangapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tarangapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarangapur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tarangapur
Where is Tarangapur located?
Tarangapur village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarangapur?
Tarangapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tarangapur?
The pincode of Tarangapur is 783120.
What is the population of Tarangapur?
Tarangapur had a total population of 6,372, including 3,241 males and 3,131 females.
How many households are there in Tarangapur?
Tarangapur had 1,206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarangapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarangapur was 42.36%. Male literacy was 44.76% and female literacy was 39.86%.