Taraigaon - Jarhagaon, Mungeli
Taraigaon is a village situated in the Jarhagaon tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 23 km from Mungeli and around 35 km from Bilaspur. Kurankapa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taraigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taraigaon is 438333. The village covers a total geographical area of 239.79 hectares and falls under the 495330 pincode. Takhatpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Taraigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taraigaon
As per Census 2011, Taraigaon village has a total population of 407 people, consisting of 214 males and 193 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 93 literate and 314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taraigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 407 | 214 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 48 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 57 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 157 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Taraigaon
Taraigaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lohrakapa | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Semarchua | West | 1.46 km |
| Chulghat | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Parsa Kapa | East | 1.88 km |
| Thakrikapa | South | 1.94 km |
| Barahi | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Karan Kapa | North | 2.39 km |
| Kurankapa | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Batha | West | 2.93 km |
| Nigarbandh | East | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Taraigaon
Taraigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kalmitar, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Takhatpur to Taraigaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Taraigaon is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taraigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taraigaon 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 Taraigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taraigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Taraigaon
Where is Taraigaon located?
Taraigaon village is located in Jarhagaon Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taraigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Taraigaon is Kurankapa.
What is the pincode of Taraigaon?
The pincode of Taraigaon is 495330.
What is the population of Taraigaon?
Taraigaon has a total population of 407, including 214 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Taraigaon?
There are 92 households in Taraigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Taraigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taraigaon is 22.85%. Male literacy is 26.64% and female literacy is 18.65%.