Taraganja
Taraganja is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.7km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Taraganja village. As per 2009 stats, Najirpur is the gram panchayat of Taraganja village.
Taraganja has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Taraganja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taraganja is 311230. The village spans a total geographical area of 79.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733103. Balurghat is nearest town to Taraganja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Taraganja village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Taraganja
Population of Taraganja
Below is a concise population overview of Taraganja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 673 | 340 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 27 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 498 | 252 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 273 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 67 | 126 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Taraganja village:
- The total population of Taraganja village is around 673, including approximately 340 males and 333 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Taraganja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Taraganja village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 498 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Taraganja village is about 71.32%, with male literacy at 80.29% and female literacy at 62.16%.
- There are around 170 households in Taraganja village.
Connectivity of Taraganja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taraganja. As per the 2011 stats, Taraganja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Taraganja
Knowing the nearby villages of Taraganja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taraganja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Taraganja
- Where is Taraganja located?
- Taraganja village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Taraganja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Taraganja is Najirpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Taraganja?
- The pincode of Taraganja is 733103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Taraganja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taraganja is 673, with 340 males and 333 females.
- How many households are there in Taraganja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Taraganja village has a total of 170 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Taraganja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taraganja is 71.32%. The male literacy rate is 80.29%, while the female literacy rate is 62.16%.