Targa

Targa is a village located in Baghmara Katras subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Baghmara (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Targa village is also a gram panchayat.

Targa has its own place in the vibrant Dhanbad 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 Targa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Targa is 361549. The village spans a total geographical area of 281.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 828125. Dhanbad is nearest town to Targa village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Targa

Below is a concise population overview of Targa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,234 1,177 1,057
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 380 193 187
Scheduled Castes (SC) 645 339 306
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,261 767 494
Illiterate Population 973 410 563

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Targa village:

  • The total population of Targa village is around 2,234, including approximately 1,177 males and 1,057 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 380 children aged 0–6 years in Targa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Targa village has 645 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Targa village is about 56.45%, with male literacy at 65.17% and female literacy at 46.74%.
  • There are around 426 households in Targa village.

Connectivity of Targa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Targa. As per the 2011 stats, Targa 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 village

Nearby Villages of Targa

Knowing the nearby villages of Targa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Targa.

Chainpur Patrakuli Deoghara Radhanagar Amadi Nawagarh Maheshpur Asokhunti Bansjora Dumariatanr Babudih

Frequently Asked Questions about Targa

Where is Targa located?
Targa village is situated in Baghmara Katras Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Targa?
Targa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Targa?
The pincode of Targa is 828125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Targa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Targa is 2,234, with 1,177 males and 1,057 females.
How many households are there in Targa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Targa village has a total of 426 households.
What is the literacy rate in Targa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Targa is 56.45%. The male literacy rate is 65.17%, while the female literacy rate is 46.74%.