Taraj
About Taraj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Taraj village is 524246. Taraj village is located in Palsana taluka of Surat district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Palsana (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Surat. As per 2009 stats, Taraj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 347.23 hectares. Taraj has a total population of 1,626 peoples, out of which male population is 834 while female population is 792. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 949 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of taraj village is 67.77% out of which 71.58% males and 63.76% females are literate. There are about 358 houses in taraj village. Pincode of taraj village locality is 394315.
When it comes to administration, Taraj village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Taraj village comes under Olpad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Surat Lok Sabha constituency. Surat is nearest town to taraj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Taraj
The population details of Taraj 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 | 1,626 | 834 | 792 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 211 | 96 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 141 | 74 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 682 | 350 | 332 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 597 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 237 | 287 |
Connectivity of Taraj
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Taraj
Where is Taraj located?
Taraj village is situated in Palsana Taluka, within the Surat district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taraj?
Taraj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Taraj?
The pincode of Taraj is 394315, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Taraj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taraj is 1,626, with 834 males and 792 females.
How many households are there in Taraj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Taraj village has a total of 358 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taraj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taraj is 67.77%. The male literacy rate is 71.58%, while the female literacy rate is 63.76%.