Taraigoan - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Taraigoan is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from Gaurella and around 110 km from Bilaspur. Taraigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taraigoan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taraigoan is 437474. The village covers a total geographical area of 1691.79 hectares and falls under the 495117 pincode. Gaurella is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Taraigoan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taraigoan
As per Census 2011, Taraigoan village has a total population of 4,076 people, consisting of 2,047 males and 2,029 females. The village has 1,057 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 594 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,877 literate and 2,199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,947 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taraigoan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,076 | 2,047 | 2,029 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 594 | 285 | 309 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 81 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,947 | 1,486 | 1,461 |
| Literate Population | 1,877 | 1,110 | 767 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,199 | 937 | 1,262 |
Nearby Villages of Taraigoan
Taraigoan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Paterkoni | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Kotariyadand | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Dewargaon | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Madana | North | 3.97 km |
| Pakaria | West | 4.04 km |
| Badhawandand | South-East | 4.43 km |
| Padwaniya | West | 4.82 km |
| Sarbahra | North-East | 4.86 km |
| Thengadand | South-East | 5.66 km |
| Sadhwani | East | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Taraigoan
Taraigoan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarbahara, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Gaurella to Taraigoan is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Taraigoan is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taraigoan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taraigoan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Taraigoan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taraigoan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Taraigoan
Where is Taraigoan located?
Taraigoan village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taraigoan?
The Gram Panchayat of Taraigoan is Taraigaon.
What is the pincode of Taraigoan?
The pincode of Taraigoan is 495117.
What is the population of Taraigoan?
Taraigoan has a total population of 4,076, including 2,047 males and 2,029 females.
How many households are there in Taraigoan?
There are 1,057 households in Taraigoan.
What is the literacy rate in Taraigoan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taraigoan is 46.05%. Male literacy is 54.23% and female literacy is 37.80%.