Taranga
Taranga is a village located in Khaira tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Khaira (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Makhanpur is the gram panchayat of Taranga village.
Here you can discover what makes Taranga unique in its vibrant Khaira-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Taranga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Taranga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taranga is 393683. The village spans a total geographical area of 206 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756047. Soro is nearest town to Taranga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Taranga
Population of Taranga
According to the 2011 Census, Taranga has a total population of about 1,143, with approximately 534 males and 609 females. The sex ratio is around 1140 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 165 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 512 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.08%, with male literacy at about 76.97% and female literacy near 64.04%. There are around 237 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Taranga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,143 | 534 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 84 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 512 | 253 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 801 | 411 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 123 | 219 |
Connectivity of Taranga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taranga. As per the 2011 stats, Taranga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Taranga
Knowing the nearby villages of Taranga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taranga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Taranga
- Where is Taranga located?
- Taranga village is situated in Khaira Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Taranga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Taranga is Makhanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Taranga?
- The pincode of Taranga is 756047, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Taranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taranga is 1,143, with 534 males and 609 females.
- How many households are there in Taranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Taranga village has a total of 237 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Taranga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taranga is 70.08%. The male literacy rate is 76.97%, while the female literacy rate is 64.04%.