Taraju - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Taraju is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 37.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Chaloon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taraju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taraju is 310736. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.61 hectares and falls under the 733140 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Taraju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taraju
As per Census 2011, Taraju village has a total population of 147 people, consisting of 78 males and 69 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taraju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 147 | 78 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 52 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 26 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Taraju
Taraju 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Adigram | North | 0.88 km |
| Uday | East | 0.94 km |
| Parbbatipur | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Chandipara | South | 1.25 km |
| Mirzzapur | North | 1.50 km |
| Basudebpur | West | 1.64 km |
| Biranai | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Bhuinhara | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Mahendri | South | 2.29 km |
| Jagadishpur | East | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Taraju
Taraju is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rampur Bazar, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gangarampur to Taraju is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Taraju is about 37.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taraju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taraju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Taraju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taraju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taraju
Where is Taraju located?
Taraju village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taraju?
The Gram Panchayat of Taraju is Chaloon.
What is the pincode of Taraju?
The pincode of Taraju is 733140.
What is the population of Taraju?
Taraju has a total population of 147, including 78 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Taraju?
There are 33 households in Taraju.
What is the literacy rate in Taraju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taraju is 55.10%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 42.03%.