Tagra - Shahbad, Kurukshetra
Tagra is a village situated in the Shahbad tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahbad and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Tigri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tagra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tagra is 058318. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 136135 pincode. Shahbad is the nearest town.
Tagra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tagra
According to the 2011 Census, Tagra village had a total population of 230 people, including 120 males and 110 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.47%, with male literacy at 75.76% and female literacy at 61.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 230 | 120 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 21 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 75 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 45 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Tagra
Tagra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tagra
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Tagra. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Tagra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kurukshetra to Tagra is about 40 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 Tagra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tagra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Tagra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tagra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Tagra
Where is Tagra located?
Tagra village is located in Shahbad Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tagra?
The Gram Panchayat of Tagra is Tigri.
What is the pincode of Tagra?
The pincode of Tagra is 136135.
What is the population of Tagra?
Tagra had a total population of 230, including 120 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Tagra?
Tagra had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tagra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tagra was 68.47%. Male literacy was 75.76% and female literacy was 61.54%.