Tapnali - Bali Chowki, Mandi
Tapnali is a village situated in the Bali Chowki tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Jufarkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tapnali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tapnali is 015037. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.95 hectares and falls under the 175123 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Tapnali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tapnali
According to the 2011 Census, Tapnali village had a total population of 702 people, including 354 males and 348 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.21%, with male literacy at 86.41% and female literacy at 59.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 702 | 354 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 23 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 451 | 267 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 87 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Tapnali
Tapnali 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 Tapnali
Tapnali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Tapnali is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tapnali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tapnali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tapnali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tapnali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tapnali
Where is Tapnali located?
Tapnali village is located in Bali Chowki Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tapnali?
The Gram Panchayat of Tapnali is Jufarkot.
What is the pincode of Tapnali?
The pincode of Tapnali is 175123.
What is the population of Tapnali?
Tapnali had a total population of 702, including 354 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Tapnali?
Tapnali had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tapnali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tapnali was 73.21%. Male literacy was 86.41% and female literacy was 59.93%.