Tarapur - Deha, Shimla
Tarapur is a village situated in the Deha tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from Shimla. Ghodna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarapur is 025354. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 171220 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Tarapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarapur
According to the 2011 Census, Tarapur village had a total population of 321 people, including 161 males and 160 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 88.03% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 321 | 161 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 125 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 36 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Tarapur
Tarapur 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 Tarapur
Tarapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Shimla to Tarapur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tarapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tarapur
Where is Tarapur located?
Tarapur village is located in Deha Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarapur is Ghodna.
What is the pincode of Tarapur?
The pincode of Tarapur is 171220.
What is the population of Tarapur?
Tarapur had a total population of 321, including 161 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Tarapur?
Tarapur had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarapur was 83.33%. Male literacy was 88.03% and female literacy was 78.57%.