Taragun
Taragun is a village located in Chinsurah Magra subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.2km away from sub-district headquarter Chinsurah (tehsildar office) and 17.3km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Digsuihoyera is the gram panchayat of Taragun village.
Taragun has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Taragun
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taragun is 325042. The village spans a total geographical area of 164.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712148. Bansbaria is nearest town to Taragun village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Taragun 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 Balagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Taragun
Population of Taragun
Below is a concise population overview of Taragun 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 | 1,335 | 686 | 649 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 83 | 78 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 471 | 245 | 226 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 284 | 141 | 143 |
Literate Population | 927 | 512 | 415 |
Illiterate Population | 408 | 174 | 234 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Taragun village:
- The total population of Taragun village is around 1,335, including approximately 686 males and 649 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 161 children aged 0–6 years in Taragun village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Taragun village has 471 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 284 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Taragun village is about 69.44%, with male literacy at 74.64% and female literacy at 63.94%.
- There are around 332 households in Taragun village.
Connectivity of Taragun
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taragun. As per the 2011 stats, Taragun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Taragun
Knowing the nearby villages of Taragun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taragun.
Frequently Asked Questions about Taragun
- Where is Taragun located?
- Taragun village is situated in Chinsurah Magra Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Taragun?
- The Gram Panchayat of Taragun is Digsuihoyera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Taragun?
- The pincode of Taragun is 712148, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Taragun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taragun is 1,335, with 686 males and 649 females.
- How many households are there in Taragun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Taragun village has a total of 332 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Taragun as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taragun is 69.44%. The male literacy rate is 74.64%, while the female literacy rate is 63.94%.