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.
Here you can discover what makes Taranga unique in its vibrant Chandrapura-Bokaro region. You’ll see Taranga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Taranga has a total population of about 4,497, with approximately 2,319 males and 2,178 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 652 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 475 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 209. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.64%, with male literacy at about 73.09% and female literacy near 51.52%. There are around 853 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Taranga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.