Targaon

Targaon is a village located in Koregaon tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Koregaon (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Targaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Targaon has its own place in the vibrant Satara 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 Targaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Targaon is 563734. The village spans a total geographical area of 954 hectares. Rahimatpur is nearest town to Targaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

When it comes to local governance, Targaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karad North Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Targaon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,011 1,475 1,536
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 322 174 148
Scheduled Castes (SC) 425 216 209
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 11 8 3
Literate Population 2,328 1,211 1,117
Illiterate Population 683 264 419

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

  • The total population of Targaon village is around 3,011, including approximately 1,475 males and 1,536 females, with a sex ratio of 1041 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 322 children aged 0–6 years in Targaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Targaon village has 425 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Targaon village is about 77.32%, with male literacy at 82.10% and female literacy at 72.72%.
  • There are around 654 households in Targaon village.

Connectivity of Targaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Targaon. As per the 2011 stats, Targaon 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Targaon

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Targaon

Where is Targaon located?
Targaon village is situated in Koregaon Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Targaon?
Targaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Targaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Targaon is 3,011, with 1,475 males and 1,536 females.
How many households are there in Targaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Targaon village has a total of 654 households.
What is the literacy rate in Targaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Targaon is 77.32%. The male literacy rate is 82.10%, while the female literacy rate is 72.72%.