Taragaon - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Taragaon is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kaniguama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taragaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taragaon is 424281. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Taragaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taragaon
According to the 2011 Census, Taragaon village had a total population of 380 people, including 194 males and 186 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.64%, with male literacy at 57.06% and female literacy at 26.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 208.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 380 | 194 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 208 | 103 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 97 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 97 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Taragaon
Taragaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Taragaon
Public transport in the Taragaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Taragaon is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taragaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taragaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Taragaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taragaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taragaon
Where is Taragaon located?
Taragaon village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taragaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Taragaon is Kaniguama.
What is the pincode of Taragaon?
The pincode of Taragaon is 766037.
What is the population of Taragaon?
Taragaon had a total population of 380, including 194 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Taragaon?
Taragaon had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taragaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taragaon was 42.64%. Male literacy was 57.06% and female literacy was 26.92%.