Village code 433135

Taraju Village, Lakhanpur Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population

Taraju is a village in Lakhanpur Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Taraju village map in Chhattisgarh
Taraju village map image for Lakhanpur Tehsil, Chhattisgarh.

Village Overview

Taraju is a village in Lakhanpur Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. For Taraju, the population is 1,394, PIN code is 497116 and Census village code is 433135. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Taraju village
Village code433135
PIN code497116
Population1,394
Households313
Area529.74 ha / 5.30 sq. km / 1,309 acres
Population density263 people per sq. km
Sex ratio977 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townLakhanpur (12 km)
Current stateChhattisgarh
Census 2011 stateChhattisgarh
Current districtSurguja
Census 2011 districtSurguja

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 497116. This helps users verify the postal area for Taraju, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Taraju village
PIN code497116
Post offices linked with this PINLakhanpur SO Surguja, Argoti BO, Jamgala BO, Kunni BO, Lahpatra BO, and Turna BO
Best matching post officeLakhanpur SO Surguja (Post office)
Delivery office records6
Postal districtSurguja
Postal stateChhattisgarh
Postal divisionSurguja Division
Postal circleChattisgarh Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Taraju comes under Taraju gram panchayat and Lakhanpur C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Lakhanpur Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Lakhanpur at 12 km. The Census district headquarters, Ambikapur, is 35 km away.

Administrative details for Taraju
Current stateChhattisgarh
Census 2011 stateChhattisgarh
Current districtSurguja
Census 2011 districtSurguja
State code22
District code401
Tehsil / Census sub-district code3248
C.D. Block code18
Block panchayat code18

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Taraju village and its household count.

Total population

1,394 residents in 313 households

Male population

705

Female population

689

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 246; Scheduled Tribes: 283

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 2

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Taraju
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Taraju
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceAvailable
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomAvailable

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Taraju
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power8 hours per day
Winter domestic power8 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Taraju
Net area sown416.91 hectares
Irrigated area72.67 hectares
Unirrigated area322.42 hectares
Canal irrigated area50.19 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area4.20 hectares
Non-agricultural area42.71 hectares
Current fallow land7.97 hectares
Other fallow land13.79 hectares

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Taraju
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Jamgala, 5-10 km away.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Latori, within 5 km.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Latori, within 5 km.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Taraju

Lakhanpur (12 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Lakhanpur is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Taraju
Nearest major townLakhanpur (12 km)
Tehsil headquartersLakhanpur (12 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Tehsil, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Taraju. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Taraju
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 2
Uncovered WellAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
River CanalAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Private Bus ServiceAvailable
TractorsAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Other District RoadAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
Water Bounded MacadamAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Public Reading RoomAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Birth and Death Registration OfficeAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, tehsil, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Taraju village located?

Taraju is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Surguja.

Which Tehsil is Taraju in?

Taraju is in Lakhanpur Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Taraju in?

District: Surguja.

What is the village code of Taraju?

The Census village code of Taraju is 433135.

What is the PIN code of Taraju?

The PIN code reported for Taraju is 497116.

What is the population of Taraju?

Taraju has 1,394 residents in 313 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Taraju part of?

Taraju comes under Taraju gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Taraju?

The nearest statutory town to Taraju is Lakhanpur (12 km).

What land-use details are available for Taraju?

Land-use details for Taraju include net area sown: 416.91 hectares, irrigated area: 72.67 hectares, and unirrigated area: 322.42 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Taraju?

Government primary school status for Taraju is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Taraju?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Taraju?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Taraju?

The total geographical area of Taraju is 529.74 hectares.

How many households are in Taraju?

Taraju has 313 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Taraju?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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