Targaon
About Targaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Targaon village is 563734. Targaon village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 954 hectares. Targaon has a total population of 3,011 peoples, out of which male population is 1,475 while female population is 1,536. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1041 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of targaon village is 77.32% out of which 82.10% males and 72.72% females are literate. There are about 654 houses in targaon village.
When it comes to administration, Targaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Targaon village comes under Karad North Vidhan Sabha constituency & Satara Lok Sabha constituency. Rahimatpur is nearest town to targaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Targaon
The population details of Targaon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,011 | 1,475 | 1,536 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 322 | 174 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 425 | 216 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,328 | 1,211 | 1,117 |
| Illiterate Population | 683 | 264 | 419 |
Connectivity of Targaon
| 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 |
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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%.