Taragaon
Taragaon is a village located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 52km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Taragaon village. As per 2009 stats, Mahog is the gram panchayat of Taragaon village.
Taragaon has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Taragaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taragaon is 024997. The village spans a total geographical area of 54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171220. Theog is nearest town to Taragaon village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Taragaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Taragaon
Population of Taragaon
Below is a concise population overview of Taragaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 118 | 73 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 23 | 40 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Taragaon village:
- The total population of Taragaon village is around 181, including approximately 96 males and 85 females, with a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Taragaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Taragaon village has 83 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Taragaon village is about 65.19%, with male literacy at 76.04% and female literacy at 52.94%.
- There are around 42 households in Taragaon village.
Connectivity of Taragaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taragaon. As per the 2011 stats, Taragaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Taragaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Taragaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taragaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Taragaon
- Where is Taragaon located?
- Taragaon village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Taragaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Taragaon is Mahog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Taragaon?
- The pincode of Taragaon is 171220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Taragaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taragaon is 181, with 96 males and 85 females.
- How many households are there in Taragaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Taragaon village has a total of 42 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Taragaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taragaon is 65.19%. The male literacy rate is 76.04%, while the female literacy rate is 52.94%.