Taprog - Nankhari, Shimla
Taprog is a village situated in the Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kholighat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taprog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taprog is 023770. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.81 hectares and falls under the 172021 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Taprog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taprog
According to the 2011 Census, Taprog village had a total population of 451 people, including 227 males and 224 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.12%, with male literacy at 87.56% and female literacy at 80.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 451 | 227 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 183 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 44 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Taprog
Taprog 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 Taprog
Public transport in the Taprog is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Taprog is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taprog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taprog 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Taprog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taprog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taprog
Where is Taprog located?
Taprog village is located in Nankhari Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taprog?
The Gram Panchayat of Taprog is Kholighat.
What is the pincode of Taprog?
The pincode of Taprog is 172021.
What is the population of Taprog?
Taprog had a total population of 451, including 227 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Taprog?
Taprog had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taprog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taprog was 84.12%. Male literacy was 87.56% and female literacy was 80.75%.