Tapakari - Dhami, Shimla
Tapakari is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from Shimla. Halog (dhami) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tapakari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tapakari is 024232. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.94 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Tapakari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tapakari
According to the 2011 Census, Tapakari village had a total population of 79 people, including 36 males and 43 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,194 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 78.38%.
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 | 79 | 36 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 5 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Tapakari
Tapakari 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 Tapakari
Tapakari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Tapakari 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 Shimla to Tapakari is about 36 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 Tapakari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tapakari 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tapakari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tapakari 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 Tapakari
Where is Tapakari located?
Tapakari village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tapakari?
The Gram Panchayat of Tapakari is Halog (dhami).
What is the pincode of Tapakari?
The pincode of Tapakari is 171103.
What is the population of Tapakari?
Tapakari had a total population of 79, including 36 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Tapakari?
Tapakari had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tapakari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tapakari was 83.33%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 78.38%.