Taraju
About Taraju
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Taraju village is 310736. Taraju village is located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.6km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 37.2km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Chaloon is the gram panchayat of Taraju village.
The total geographical area of village is 58.61 hectares. Taraju has a total population of 147 peoples, out of which male population is 78 while female population is 69. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 884 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of taraju village is 55.10% out of which 66.67% males and 42.03% females are literate. There are about 33 houses in taraju village. Pincode of taraju village locality is 733140.
When it comes to administration, Taraju 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, Taraju village comes under Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Gangarampur is nearest town to taraju village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
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Population of Taraju
The population details of Taraju 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 | 147 | 78 | 69 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 52 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 26 | 40 |
Connectivity of Taraju
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Taraju
Where is Taraju located?
Taraju village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taraju?
The Gram Panchayat of Taraju is Chaloon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Taraju?
The pincode of Taraju is 733140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Taraju as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taraju is 147, with 78 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Taraju as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Taraju village has a total of 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taraju as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taraju is 55.10%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 42.03%.