Tapka Basantpur - Shujalpur, Shajapur
Tapka Basantpur is a village situated in the Shujalpur tehsil of Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shujalpur and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Shajapur. Tapka Basantpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tapka Basantpur is 473026. The village covers a total geographical area of 414.06 hectares and falls under the 465333 pincode. Shujalpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Tapka Basantpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shujalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tapka Basantpur
As per Census 2011, Tapka Basantpur village has a total population of 1,588 people, consisting of 811 males and 777 females. The village has 271 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 830 literate and 758 illiterate residents. Additionally, 193 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tapka Basantpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,588 | 811 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 180 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 101 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 830 | 513 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 758 | 298 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Tapka Basantpur
Tapka Basantpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagna Khedi | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Chouki Nasirabad | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Lasudlia Haijam | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Akhtayarpur | West | 2.31 km |
| Narola Hirapur | East | 2.40 km |
| Kalali | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Jhadla | South | 2.97 km |
| Banjari Behrawal | North | 3.33 km |
| Nanya Khedi | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Tajpur Ukala | North-West | 3.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tapka Basantpur
Tapka Basantpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chakrod, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Shujalpur to Tapka Basantpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Tapka Basantpur is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tapka Basantpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tapka Basantpur 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 Tapka Basantpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tapka Basantpur 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 Tapka Basantpur
Where is Tapka Basantpur located?
Tapka Basantpur village is located in Shujalpur Tehsil, Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tapka Basantpur?
Tapka Basantpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tapka Basantpur?
The pincode of Tapka Basantpur is 465333.
What is the population of Tapka Basantpur?
Tapka Basantpur has a total population of 1,588, including 811 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Tapka Basantpur?
There are 271 households in Tapka Basantpur.
What is the literacy rate in Tapka Basantpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tapka Basantpur is 52.27%. Male literacy is 63.26% and female literacy is 40.80%.