Targachha - Jarmundi, Dumka
Targachha is a village situated in the Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jarmundi and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Garda Amarkunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Targachha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Targachha is 370040. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.02 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Targachha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Targachha
Targachha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ratanpur | North-East | 0.65 km |
| Heth Kataujha | South-East | 0.71 km |
| Kanigaria | North-East | 0.72 km |
| Gajhanda | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Upar Kataujha | South | 1.05 km |
| Rupsagar | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Loharti | North | 1.22 km |
| Lachhmipur | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Madhupur | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Amgachhi | South | 1.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Targachha
Public transport in the Targachha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Basukinath, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deoghar to Targachha is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dumka to Targachha is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Targachha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Targachha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Targachha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Targachha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Targachha
Where is Targachha located?
Targachha village is located in Jarmundi Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Targachha?
The Gram Panchayat of Targachha is Garda Amarkunda.
What is the pincode of Targachha?
The pincode of Targachha is 814145.