Trapaj - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Trapaj is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Trapaj village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Trapaj is 516586. The village covers a total geographical area of 1839.2 hectares and falls under the 364150 pincode. Alang is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Trapaj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Trapaj
According to the 2011 Census, Trapaj village had a total population of 6,581 people, including 3,392 males and 3,189 females, living in 1,111 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.90%, with male literacy at 81.60% and female literacy at 67.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 307, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 6,581 | 3,392 | 3,189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 824 | 425 | 399 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 157 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,312 | 2,421 | 1,891 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,269 | 971 | 1,298 |
Nearby Villages of Trapaj
Trapaj 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 Trapaj
Public transport in the Trapaj is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Alang to Trapaj is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Trapaj is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Trapaj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Trapaj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Trapaj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Trapaj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Trapaj
Where is Trapaj located?
Trapaj village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Trapaj?
Trapaj is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Trapaj?
The pincode of Trapaj is 364150.
What is the population of Trapaj?
Trapaj had a total population of 6,581, including 3,392 males and 3,189 females.
How many households are there in Trapaj?
Trapaj had 1,111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Trapaj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Trapaj was 74.90%. Male literacy was 81.60% and female literacy was 67.78%.