Taragan
About Taragan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Taragan village is 428224. Taragan village is located in Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Boriguma (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Malda is the gram panchayat of Taragan village.
The total geographical area of village is 639 hectares. Taragan has a total population of 1,229 peoples, out of which male population is 614 while female population is 615. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1001 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of taragan village is 29.21% out of which 37.62% males and 20.81% females are literate. There are about 313 houses in taragan village. Pincode of taragan village locality is 764056.
When it comes to administration, Taragan 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, Taragan village comes under Kotpad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Nabarangpur Lok Sabha constituency. Sunabeda is nearest town to taragan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Taragan
The population details of Taragan 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 | 1,229 | 614 | 615 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 251 | 125 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 323 | 166 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 679 | 333 | 346 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 231 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 870 | 383 | 487 |
Connectivity of Taragan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Taragan
Where is Taragan located?
Taragan village is situated in Boriguma Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taragan?
The Gram Panchayat of Taragan is Malda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Taragan?
The pincode of Taragan is 764056, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Taragan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taragan is 1,229, with 614 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Taragan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Taragan village has a total of 313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taragan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taragan is 29.21%. The male literacy rate is 37.62%, while the female literacy rate is 20.81%.