Tappar Village - Dalhousie, Chamba
Tappar is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Tapper serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tappar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tappar is 007437. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.12 hectares and falls under the 176306 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Tappar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tappar
As per Census 2011, Tappar village has a total population of 358 people, consisting of 186 males and 172 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 245 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tappar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 358 | 186 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 92 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 146 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 40 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Tappar
Tappar 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 Tappar
Public transport in the Tappar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Tappar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Tappar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tappar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tappar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tappar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tappar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tappar
Where is Tappar located?
Tappar village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tappar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tappar is Tapper.
What is the pincode of Tappar?
The pincode of Tappar is 176306.
What is the population of Tappar?
Tappar has a total population of 358, including 186 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Tappar?
There are 65 households in Tappar.
What is the literacy rate in Tappar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tappar is 68.44%. Male literacy is 78.49% and female literacy is 57.56%.