Tarangar - Tehatta - I, Nadia
Tarangar is a village situated in the Tehatta - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehatta and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Raghunathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarangar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarangar is 321205. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.22 hectares and falls under the 741160 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Tarangar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehatta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarangar
As per Census 2011, Tarangar village has a total population of 1,635 people, consisting of 834 males and 801 females. The village has 402 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 913 literate and 722 illiterate residents. Additionally, 531 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarangar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,635 | 834 | 801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 94 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 272 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 913 | 495 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 722 | 339 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Tarangar
Tarangar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nishchintapur | East | 1.02 km |
| Rudranagar | West | 1.29 km |
| Suruppur | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Raghunathpur | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Iswarchandrapur | South | 2.18 km |
| Chak Rudranagar | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Syamnagar | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Palashipara | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Labangola | West | 3.11 km |
| Chak Ramnagar | West | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tarangar
Tarangar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pagla Chandi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Tarangar is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Tarangar is about 52 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 Tarangar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarangar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tarangar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarangar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tarangar
Where is Tarangar located?
Tarangar village is located in Tehatta - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarangar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarangar is Raghunathpur.
What is the pincode of Tarangar?
The pincode of Tarangar is 741160.
What is the population of Tarangar?
Tarangar has a total population of 1,635, including 834 males and 801 females.
How many households are there in Tarangar?
There are 402 households in Tarangar.
What is the literacy rate in Tarangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarangar is 55.84%. Male literacy is 59.35% and female literacy is 52.18%.