Taragaon - Theog, Shimla
Taragaon is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Mahog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taragaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taragaon is 024997. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Taragaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taragaon
According to the 2011 Census, Taragaon village had a total population of 181 people, including 96 males and 85 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.75%, with male literacy at 82.02% and female literacy at 63.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83.
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 | 181 | 96 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 73 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 23 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Taragaon
Taragaon 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 Taragaon
Taragaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Taragaon is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taragaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taragaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Taragaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taragaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taragaon
Where is Taragaon located?
Taragaon village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Taragaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Taragaon is Mahog.
What is the pincode of Taragaon?
The pincode of Taragaon is 171201.
What is the population of Taragaon?
Taragaon had a total population of 181, including 96 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Taragaon?
Taragaon had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taragaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taragaon was 73.75%. Male literacy was 82.02% and female literacy was 63.38%.