Taragaon
About Taragaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Taragaon village is 024997. Taragaon village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 54 hectares. Taragaon has a total population of 181 peoples, out of which male population is 96 while female population is 85. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 885 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of taragaon village is 65.19% out of which 76.04% males and 52.94% females are literate. There are about 42 houses in taragaon village. Pincode of taragaon village locality is 171220.
When it comes to administration, Taragaon 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, Taragaon village comes under Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Theog is nearest town to taragaon village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Taragaon
The population details of Taragaon 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 | 181 | 96 | 85 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 118 | 73 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 23 | 40 |
Connectivity of Taragaon
| 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 |
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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%.