Tarapur (Old) - Almel, Vijayapura
Tarapur (Old) is a village situated in the Almel taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from Sindgi and around 88 km from Bijapur. Kadani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarapur (Old) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarapur (Old) is 599295. The village covers a total geographical area of 380.15 hectares and falls under the 586202 pincode. Sindgi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Tarapur (Old) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindgi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarapur (Old)
As per Census 2011, Tarapur (Old) village has a total population of 1,096 people, consisting of 567 males and 529 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 637 literate and 459 illiterate residents. Additionally, 382 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarapur (Old) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,096 | 567 | 529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 77 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 382 | 196 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 637 | 390 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 177 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Tarapur (Old)
Tarapur (Old) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tavarkhed (old) | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Madanalli | East | 2.59 km |
| Dudangi | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Kurabathalli | South-East | 4.48 km |
| Byadgihal (old) | East | 4.48 km |
| Kadani | North-West | 4.96 km |
| Almel | South | 5.31 km |
| Bhosga | North | 5.66 km |
| Mangaroli | North-East | 5.68 km |
| Arjunagi [k.h.] | West | 5.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tarapur (Old)
Public transport in the Tarapur (Old) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Boroti, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sindgi to Tarapur (Old) is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Tarapur (Old) is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarapur (Old)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarapur (Old) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tarapur (Old)
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 (Old) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tarapur (Old)
Where is Tarapur (Old) located?
Tarapur (Old) village is located in Almel Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarapur (Old)?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarapur (Old) is Kadani.
What is the pincode of Tarapur (Old)?
The pincode of Tarapur (Old) is 586202.
What is the population of Tarapur (Old)?
Tarapur (Old) has a total population of 1,096, including 567 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in Tarapur (Old)?
There are 176 households in Tarapur (Old).
What is the literacy rate in Tarapur (Old)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarapur (Old) is 58.12%. Male literacy is 68.78% and female literacy is 46.69%.