Targaon. - Koregaon, Satara
Targaon. is a village situated in the Koregaon tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koregaon and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Targaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Targaon. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Targaon. is 563734. The village covers a total geographical area of 954 hectares and falls under the 415107 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Targaon. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karad North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Targaon.
As per Census 2011, Targaon. village has a total population of 3,011 people, consisting of 1,475 males and 1,536 females. The village has 654 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 322 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,328 literate and 683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 425 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Targaon. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Targaon.
Targaon. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rikibadarwadi | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Mohitewadi | East | 1.85 km |
| Nandgaon | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Durgalwadi | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Kiroli | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Limbachiwadi | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Sathewadi | East | 3.87 km |
| Takale | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Banugadewadi | South | 4.12 km |
| Kalgaon | South-West | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Targaon.
Targaon. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Targaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rahimatpur to Targaon. is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Targaon. is about 31 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 Targaon.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Targaon. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Targaon.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Targaon. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Targaon.
Where is Targaon. located?
Targaon. village is located in Koregaon Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Targaon.?
The Gram Panchayat of Targaon. is Targaon.
What is the pincode of Targaon.?
The pincode of Targaon. is 415107.
What is the population of Targaon.?
Targaon. has a total population of 3,011, including 1,475 males and 1,536 females.
How many households are there in Targaon.?
There are 654 households in Targaon..
What is the literacy rate in Targaon.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Targaon. is 77.32%. Male literacy is 82.10% and female literacy is 72.72%.