Tarapur - Dharampuri, Dhar
Tarapur is a village situated in the Dharampuri tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampuri and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Tarapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarapur is 475807. The village covers a total geographical area of 1567.45 hectares and falls under the 454552 pincode. Dharampuri is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Tarapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tarapur
As per Census 2011, Tarapur village has a total population of 4,216 people, consisting of 2,113 males and 2,103 females. The village has 840 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 656 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,155 literate and 2,061 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,037 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,216 | 2,113 | 2,103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 656 | 359 | 297 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,037 | 2,019 | 2,018 |
| Literate Population | 2,155 | 1,271 | 884 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,061 | 842 | 1,219 |
Nearby Villages of Tarapur
Tarapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lohari | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Shahpura(kakarda) | North | 2.19 km |
| Abdulpur | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Chandawad | South | 2.34 km |
| Matabpur(koymbad) | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Chhitari | West | 2.74 km |
| Mehgaon | East | 2.97 km |
| Kalibawdi | West | 3.41 km |
| Semalda | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Umariya | North-East | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tarapur
Tarapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dharampuri to Tarapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Tarapur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tarapur
Where is Tarapur located?
Tarapur village is located in Dharampuri Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarapur?
Tarapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tarapur?
The pincode of Tarapur is 454552.
What is the population of Tarapur?
Tarapur has a total population of 4,216, including 2,113 males and 2,103 females.
How many households are there in Tarapur?
There are 840 households in Tarapur.
What is the literacy rate in Tarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarapur is 51.11%. Male literacy is 60.15% and female literacy is 42.04%.