Taranagar - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Taranagar is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.9 km from Gosaba and around 113 km from Alipore. Radhanagar-taranagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taranagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taranagar is 335127. The village covers a total geographical area of 808.3 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Taranagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Taranagar
According to the 2011 Census, Taranagar village had a total population of 6,572 people, including 3,384 males and 3,188 females, living in 1,389 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.60%, with male literacy at 83.62% and female literacy at 64.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,697, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,119.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,572 | 3,384 | 3,188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 840 | 410 | 430 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,697 | 1,922 | 1,775 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,119 | 561 | 558 |
| Literate Population | 4,276 | 2,487 | 1,789 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,296 | 897 | 1,399 |
Nearby Villages of Taranagar
Taranagar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Taranagar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Taranagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Taranagar is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Taranagar is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taranagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taranagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Taranagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taranagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taranagar
Where is Taranagar located?
Taranagar village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Taranagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Taranagar is Radhanagar-taranagar.
What is the pincode of Taranagar?
The pincode of Taranagar is 743370.
What is the population of Taranagar?
Taranagar had a total population of 6,572, including 3,384 males and 3,188 females.
How many households are there in Taranagar?
Taranagar had 1,389 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taranagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taranagar was 74.60%. Male literacy was 83.62% and female literacy was 64.87%.