Tangargaon - Kansabel, Jashpur
Tangargaon is a village situated in the Kansabel tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kansabel and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Tangargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tangargaon is 433754. The village covers a total geographical area of 1395.09 hectares and falls under the 496223 pincode. Jashpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Tangargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tangargaon
As per Census 2011, Tangargaon village has a total population of 3,054 people, consisting of 1,482 males and 1,572 females. The village has 763 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 387 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,862 literate and 1,192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 382 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,294 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tangargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,054 | 1,482 | 1,572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 217 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 382 | 182 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,294 | 635 | 659 |
| Literate Population | 1,862 | 1,013 | 849 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,192 | 469 | 723 |
Nearby Villages of Tangargaon
Tangargaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Farsa Judwain | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Pemla | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Pongro | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Hathgarha | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Jamargi | South | 4.16 km |
| Loker | West | 4.27 km |
| Kansabel | North | 4.57 km |
| Dandajor | North-East | 5.12 km |
| Lamdand | North-West | 5.25 km |
| Makarchuwan | South-East | 5.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tangargaon
Tangargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hemagiri, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Tangargaon is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tangargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tangargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tangargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tangargaon 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tangargaon
Where is Tangargaon located?
Tangargaon village is located in Kansabel Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tangargaon?
Tangargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tangargaon?
The pincode of Tangargaon is 496223.
What is the population of Tangargaon?
Tangargaon has a total population of 3,054, including 1,482 males and 1,572 females.
How many households are there in Tangargaon?
There are 763 households in Tangargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Tangargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tangargaon is 60.97%. Male literacy is 68.35% and female literacy is 54.01%.