Tauranga - Makdi, Kondagaon
Tauranga is a village situated in the Makdi tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Makdi and around 117 km from Jagdalpur. Torenga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tauranga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tauranga is 448899. The village covers a total geographical area of 1048.26 hectares and falls under the 494237 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Tauranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tauranga
As per Census 2011, Tauranga village has a total population of 1,483 people, consisting of 733 males and 750 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 587 literate and 896 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,306 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tauranga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,483 | 733 | 750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 132 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,306 | 647 | 659 |
| Literate Population | 587 | 359 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 896 | 374 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Tauranga
Tauranga 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 Tauranga
Tauranga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kondagaon to Tauranga is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Tauranga is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tauranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tauranga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tauranga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tauranga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tauranga
Where is Tauranga located?
Tauranga village is located in Makdi Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tauranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Tauranga is Torenga.
What is the pincode of Tauranga?
The pincode of Tauranga is 494237.
What is the population of Tauranga?
Tauranga has a total population of 1,483, including 733 males and 750 females.
How many households are there in Tauranga?
There are 287 households in Tauranga.
What is the literacy rate in Tauranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tauranga is 39.58%. Male literacy is 48.98% and female literacy is 30.40%.