Targa

Targa is a village located in Bansjor subdivision of Simdega district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Bansjor (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Simdega. As per 2009 stats, Targa village is also a gram panchayat.

Targa has its own place in the vibrant Simdega 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 376742. The village spans a total geographical area of 712 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835226. Bansjor 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 2,020 1,030 990
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 297 154 143
Scheduled Castes (SC) 103 47 56
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,436 736 700
Literate Population 999 615 384
Illiterate Population 1,021 415 606

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

  • The total population of Targa village is around 2,020, including approximately 1,030 males and 990 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 297 children aged 0–6 years in Targa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Targa village has 103 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,436 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Targa village is about 49.46%, with male literacy at 59.71% and female literacy at 38.79%.
  • There are around 400 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 5 - 10 km distance

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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Targa

Where is Targa located?
Targa village is situated in Bansjor Subdivision, within the Simdega 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 835226, 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 2,020, with 1,030 males and 990 females.
How many households are there in Targa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Targa village has a total of 400 households.
What is the literacy rate in Targa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Targa is 49.46%. The male literacy rate is 59.71%, while the female literacy rate is 38.79%.