Taragarh - Lailunga, Raigarh
Taragarh is a village situated in the Lailunga tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lailunga and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Taragarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taragarh is 434536. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.43 hectares and falls under the 496115 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Taragarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taragarh
As per Census 2011, Taragarh village has a total population of 1,032 people, consisting of 525 males and 507 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 686 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 564 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taragarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,032 | 525 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 564 | 277 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 686 | 373 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 152 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Taragarh
Taragarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shivpur | North | 1.84 km |
| Kodasiya | South | 2.55 km |
| Rampur | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Munda Gaon | East | 2.67 km |
| Gala | North | 2.94 km |
| Rajgaon | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Budhadand | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Jhakadpur | North | 4.25 km |
| Saraimuda | South | 4.37 km |
| Ghatgaon | East | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Taragarh
Taragarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhupdeopur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathalgaon to Taragarh is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Taragarh is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taragarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taragarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Taragarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taragarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taragarh
Where is Taragarh located?
Taragarh village is located in Lailunga Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taragarh?
Taragarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taragarh?
The pincode of Taragarh is 496115.
What is the population of Taragarh?
Taragarh has a total population of 1,032, including 525 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Taragarh?
There are 211 households in Taragarh.
What is the literacy rate in Taragarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taragarh is 66.47%. Male literacy is 71.05% and female literacy is 61.74%.