Tahkapar
Tahkapar is a village located in Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Charama (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Tanhkapar is the gram panchayat of Tahkapar village.
Here you can discover what makes Tahkapar unique in its vibrant Charama-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Tahkapar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tahkapar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tahkapar is 447507. The village spans a total geographical area of 443.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494336. Charama is nearest town to Tahkapar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tahkapar 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 Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tahkapar
Population of Tahkapar
According to the 2011 Census, Tahkapar has a total population of about 1,265, with approximately 647 males and 618 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 137 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 523. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.83%, with male literacy at about 77.13% and female literacy near 58.09%. There are around 293 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tahkapar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,265 | 647 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 76 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 523 | 273 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 858 | 499 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 148 | 259 |
Connectivity of Tahkapar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tahkapar. As per the 2011 stats, Tahkapar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tahkapar
Knowing the nearby villages of Tahkapar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tahkapar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tahkapar
- Where is Tahkapar located?
- Tahkapar village is situated in Charama Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tahkapar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tahkapar is Tanhkapar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tahkapar?
- The pincode of Tahkapar is 494336, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tahkapar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tahkapar is 1,265, with 647 males and 618 females.
- How many households are there in Tahkapar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tahkapar village has a total of 293 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tahkapar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tahkapar is 67.83%. The male literacy rate is 77.13%, while the female literacy rate is 58.09%.