Taratgaon - Karmala, Solapur
Taratgaon is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Taratgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taratgaon is 561813. The village covers a total geographical area of 691.93 hectares and falls under the 413203 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Taratgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taratgaon
As per Census 2011, Taratgaon village has a total population of 601 people, consisting of 306 males and 295 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 397 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taratgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 601 | 306 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 397 | 231 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 75 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Taratgaon
Taratgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balewadi | South | 2.09 km |
| Ghargaon | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Padali | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Aljapur | West | 3.44 km |
| Potegaon | South | 3.72 km |
| Kokarwadi | East | 5.21 km |
| Nilaj | South-West | 5.95 km |
| Kamone | West | 6.08 km |
| Borgaon | South | 6.23 km |
| Wadachiwadi | South | 6.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Taratgaon
Taratgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pophlaj, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karmala to Taratgaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Taratgaon is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taratgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taratgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Taratgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taratgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Taratgaon
Where is Taratgaon located?
Taratgaon village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taratgaon?
Taratgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taratgaon?
The pincode of Taratgaon is 413203.
What is the population of Taratgaon?
Taratgaon has a total population of 601, including 306 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Taratgaon?
There are 132 households in Taratgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Taratgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taratgaon is 66.06%. Male literacy is 75.49% and female literacy is 56.27%.