Targouli - Rasra, Ballia
Targouli is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Autrouli Karmouta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Targouli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Targouli is 198232. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.13 hectares and falls under the 221712 pincode.
Targouli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Targouli
According to the 2011 Census, Targouli village had a total population of 501 people, including 270 males and 231 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.50%, with male literacy at 77.00% and female literacy at 48.99%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 501 | 270 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 57 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 164 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 106 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Targouli
Targouli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sahawalpur | West | 1.35 km |
| Bhelanpur Pashchimi | South | 1.35 km |
| Chak Awari Chavar | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Chandrvar Dougouli | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Bhelanpur Purvi | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Shah Mohammadpur | South | 2.07 km |
| Autrouli Karmouta | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Burki | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Tiyara Haiderpur | North | 2.29 km |
| Barhima | South-East | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Targouli
Targouli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajmalpur Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.3 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Targouli is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Targouli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Targouli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Targouli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Targouli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Targouli
Where is Targouli located?
Targouli village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Targouli?
The Gram Panchayat of Targouli is Autrouli Karmouta.
What is the pincode of Targouli?
The pincode of Targouli is 221712.
What is the population of Targouli?
Targouli had a total population of 501, including 270 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Targouli?
Targouli had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Targouli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Targouli was 63.50%. Male literacy was 77.00% and female literacy was 48.99%.