Taga
Taga is a village located in Akaltara tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Akaltara (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Taga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Taga unique in its vibrant Akaltara-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Taga’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 Taga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taga is 436630. The village spans a total geographical area of 961.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491557. Akaltara is nearest town to Taga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Taga
Population of Taga
According to the 2011 Census, Taga has a total population of about 3,285, with approximately 1,671 males and 1,614 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 477 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 690 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 291. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.54%, with male literacy at about 74.93% and female literacy near 57.87%. There are around 688 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Taga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,285 | 1,671 | 1,614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 477 | 260 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 690 | 359 | 331 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 150 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 2,186 | 1,252 | 934 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,099 | 419 | 680 |
Connectivity of Taga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taga. As per the 2011 stats, Taga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Taga
Knowing the nearby villages of Taga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Taga
- Where is Taga located?
- Taga village is situated in Akaltara Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Taga?
- Taga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Taga?
- The pincode of Taga is 491557, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Taga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taga is 3,285, with 1,671 males and 1,614 females.
- How many households are there in Taga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Taga village has a total of 688 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Taga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taga is 66.54%. The male literacy rate is 74.93%, while the female literacy rate is 57.87%.