Taragi - Batouli, Surguja
Taragi is a village situated in the Batouli tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batouli and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Taragi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taragi is 433496. The village covers a total geographical area of 355 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Taragi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taragi
As per Census 2011, Taragi village has a total population of 863 people, consisting of 427 males and 436 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 431 literate and 432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 834 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taragi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 863 | 427 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 66 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 834 | 415 | 419 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 255 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 172 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Taragi
Taragi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghutrapara | East | 1.98 km |
| Selma | West | 2.28 km |
| Jarhadih | North | 2.46 km |
| Pathrai | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Paprenga | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Bilaspur | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Lalati | East | 3.53 km |
| Basen | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Sarmana | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Boda | North-East | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Taragi
Taragi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitapur to Taragi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Taragi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taragi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taragi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Taragi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taragi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Taragi
Where is Taragi located?
Taragi village is located in Batouli Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taragi?
Taragi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taragi?
The pincode of Taragi is 497101.
What is the population of Taragi?
Taragi has a total population of 863, including 427 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Taragi?
There are 204 households in Taragi.
What is the literacy rate in Taragi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taragi is 49.94%. Male literacy is 59.72% and female literacy is 40.37%.