Taranga
Taranga is a village located in Chandrapura subdivision of Bokaro district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Chandrapura (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Bokaro. As per 2009 stats, Taranga village is also a gram panchayat.
Taranga has its own place in the vibrant Bokaro 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 Taranga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taranga is 362274. The village spans a total geographical area of 564.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825304. Chandrapura is nearest town to Taranga village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Taranga
Population of Taranga
Below is a concise population overview of Taranga 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 | 4,497 | 2,319 | 2,178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 652 | 336 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 475 | 247 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 110 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 2,817 | 1,695 | 1,122 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,680 | 624 | 1,056 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Taranga village:
- The total population of Taranga village is around 4,497, including approximately 2,319 males and 2,178 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 652 children aged 0–6 years in Taranga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Taranga village has 475 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 209 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Taranga village is about 62.64%, with male literacy at 73.09% and female literacy at 51.52%.
- There are around 853 households in Taranga village.
Connectivity of Taranga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taranga. As per the 2011 stats, Taranga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Taranga
Knowing the nearby villages of Taranga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taranga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Taranga
- Where is Taranga located?
- Taranga village is situated in Chandrapura Subdivision, within the Bokaro district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Taranga?
- Taranga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Taranga?
- The pincode of Taranga is 825304, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Taranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taranga is 4,497, with 2,319 males and 2,178 females.
- How many households are there in Taranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Taranga village has a total of 853 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Taranga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taranga is 62.64%. The male literacy rate is 73.09%, while the female literacy rate is 51.52%.