Taranga - Chandrapura, Bokaro
Taranga is a village situated in the Chandrapura subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapura and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Taranga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taranga is 362274. The village covers a total geographical area of 564.46 hectares and falls under the 828403 pincode.
Taranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dumri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taranga
As per Census 2011, Taranga village has a total population of 4,497 people, consisting of 2,319 males and 2,178 females. The village has 853 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 652 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,817 literate and 1,680 illiterate residents. Additionally, 475 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 209 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taranga are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Taranga
Taranga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Karidugdho | South | 1.69 km |
| Taranari | West | 2.31 km |
| Dagdho | East | 2.31 km |
| Chari | North | 2.35 km |
| Ghutwe | South | 2.47 km |
| Khanudih | East | 3.04 km |
| Naranpur | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Karmatand | South | 3.67 km |
| Telo (ct) | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Paplo | West | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Taranga
The nearest railway station is Telo, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bokaro to Taranga is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Taranga
Where is Taranga located?
Taranga village is located in Chandrapura Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taranga?
Taranga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taranga?
The pincode of Taranga is 828403.
What is the population of Taranga?
Taranga has a total population of 4,497, including 2,319 males and 2,178 females.
How many households are there in Taranga?
There are 853 households in Taranga.
What is the literacy rate in Taranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taranga is 62.64%. Male literacy is 73.09% and female literacy is 51.52%.