Taraju
About Taraju
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Taraju village is 433135. Taraju village is located in Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhanpur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Taraju village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 529.74 hectares. Taraju has a total population of 1,394 peoples, out of which male population is 705 while female population is 689. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 977 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of taraju village is 49.86% out of which 59.15% males and 40.35% females are literate. There are about 313 houses in taraju village. Pincode of taraju village locality is 497116.
Lakhanpur is nearest town to taraju village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Taraju
The population details of Taraju cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,394 | 705 | 689 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 220 | 114 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 246 | 125 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 283 | 149 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 695 | 417 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 699 | 288 | 411 |
Connectivity of Taraju
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Taraju
Where is Taraju located?
Taraju village is situated in Lakhanpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taraju?
Taraju serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Taraju?
The pincode of Taraju is 497116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Taraju as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taraju is 1,394, with 705 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Taraju as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Taraju village has a total of 313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taraju as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taraju is 49.86%. The male literacy rate is 59.15%, while the female literacy rate is 40.35%.