Tagarkheda - Nilanga, Latur
Tagarkheda is a village situated in the Nilanga tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilanga and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Tagarkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tagarkheda is 560811. The village covers a total geographical area of 1725.34 hectares and falls under the 413522 pincode. Nilanga is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tagarkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tagarkheda
As per Census 2011, Tagarkheda village has a total population of 3,707 people, consisting of 1,916 males and 1,791 females. The village has 723 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 446 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,450 literate and 1,257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 646 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tagarkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,707 | 1,916 | 1,791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 240 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 336 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,450 | 1,418 | 1,032 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,257 | 498 | 759 |
Nearby Villages of Tagarkheda
Tagarkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Halsi Tugaon | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Channachiwadi | South-West | 3.96 km |
| Tambarwadi | North | 4.29 km |
| Halgara | North-West | 4.80 km |
| Rajewadi | West | 4.80 km |
| Wanjarkhada | East | 4.84 km |
| Sawari | West | 5.45 km |
| Shelgi | South | 5.54 km |
| Koyachiwadi | West | 5.56 km |
| Mane Jawalga | South-West | 5.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tagarkheda
Tagarkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kalgupur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilanga to Tagarkheda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Tagarkheda is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tagarkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tagarkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tagarkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tagarkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Tagarkheda
Where is Tagarkheda located?
Tagarkheda village is located in Nilanga Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tagarkheda?
Tagarkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tagarkheda?
The pincode of Tagarkheda is 413522.
What is the population of Tagarkheda?
Tagarkheda has a total population of 3,707, including 1,916 males and 1,791 females.
How many households are there in Tagarkheda?
There are 723 households in Tagarkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Tagarkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tagarkheda is 66.09%. Male literacy is 74.01% and female literacy is 57.62%.