Tapkara
Tapkara is a village located in Palkot subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Palkot (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Gumla. As per 2009 stats, Tapkara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tapkara unique in its vibrant Palkot-Gumla region. You’ll see Tapkara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tapkara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tapkara is 376373. The village spans a total geographical area of 1127.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835220. Palkot is nearest town to Tapkara village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Tapkara
Population of Tapkara
According to the 2011 Census, Tapkara has a total population of about 1,863, with approximately 929 males and 934 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 342 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 405 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,087. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.87%, with male literacy at about 53.50% and female literacy near 36.30%. There are around 387 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tapkara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,863 | 929 | 934 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 165 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 405 | 207 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,087 | 532 | 555 |
| Literate Population | 836 | 497 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,027 | 432 | 595 |
Connectivity of Tapkara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tapkara. As per the 2011 stats, Tapkara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tapkara
Knowing the nearby villages of Tapkara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tapkara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tapkara
- Where is Tapkara located?
- Tapkara village is situated in Palkot Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tapkara?
- Tapkara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tapkara?
- The pincode of Tapkara is 835220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tapkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tapkara is 1,863, with 929 males and 934 females.
- How many households are there in Tapkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tapkara village has a total of 387 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tapkara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tapkara is 44.87%. The male literacy rate is 53.50%, while the female literacy rate is 36.30%.