Taregaon - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Taregaon is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Taregaonjungle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taregaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taregaon is 439255. The village covers a total geographical area of 791.4 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Taregaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taregaon
As per Census 2011, Taregaon village has a total population of 1,257 people, consisting of 636 males and 621 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 592 literate and 665 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 877 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taregaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,257 | 636 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 98 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 877 | 437 | 440 |
| Literate Population | 592 | 343 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 665 | 293 | 372 |
Nearby Villages of Taregaon
Taregaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kukrapani | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Durajanpur | East | 1.94 km |
| Chhuhi | North | 2.20 km |
| Bharatpur | West | 2.25 km |
| Gudli | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Liladadar | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Rali | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Bhurbhuspani | North | 4.33 km |
| Magarwada | South | 4.50 km |
| Sontara | South-East | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Taregaon
Taregaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhanwar Tonk, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodla to Taregaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Taregaon is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taregaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taregaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Taregaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taregaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Taregaon
Where is Taregaon located?
Taregaon village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taregaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Taregaon is Taregaonjungle.
What is the pincode of Taregaon?
The pincode of Taregaon is 491995.
What is the population of Taregaon?
Taregaon has a total population of 1,257, including 636 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Taregaon?
There are 263 households in Taregaon.
What is the literacy rate in Taregaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taregaon is 47.10%. Male literacy is 53.93% and female literacy is 40.10%.