Taropa - Nandod, Narmada
Taropa is a village situated in the Nandod taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from Rajpipla, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Taropa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taropa is 521488. The village covers a total geographical area of 524.84 hectares and falls under the 392025 pincode. Rajpipla is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Taropa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taropa
As per Census 2011, Taropa village has a total population of 2,145 people, consisting of 1,093 males and 1,052 females. The village has 507 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,687 literate and 458 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,087 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taropa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,145 | 1,093 | 1,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 112 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,087 | 1,064 | 1,023 |
| Literate Population | 1,687 | 904 | 783 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 189 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Taropa
Taropa 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 Taropa
Taropa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Taropa has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpipla to Taropa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taropa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taropa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Taropa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taropa 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 Taropa
Where is Taropa located?
Taropa village is located in Nandod Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taropa?
Taropa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taropa?
The pincode of Taropa is 392025.
What is the population of Taropa?
Taropa has a total population of 2,145, including 1,093 males and 1,052 females.
How many households are there in Taropa?
There are 507 households in Taropa.
What is the literacy rate in Taropa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taropa is 78.65%. Male literacy is 82.71% and female literacy is 74.43%.