Tarapur - Pandharpur, Solapur
Tarapur is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Tarapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarapur is 562381. The village covers a total geographical area of 1357.06 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Tarapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarapur
As per Census 2011, Tarapur village has a total population of 3,493 people, consisting of 1,819 males and 1,674 females. The village has 710 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 427 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,281 literate and 1,212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 613 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 175 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,493 | 1,819 | 1,674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 427 | 219 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 613 | 338 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 85 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 2,281 | 1,359 | 922 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,212 | 460 | 752 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Magarwadi | North | 3.23 km |
| Fulchincholi | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Suste | West | 4.00 km |
| Kharsoli | South | 4.13 km |
| Vite | South-East | 6.05 km |
| Chale | South-West | 6.08 km |
| Ishwar Wathar | West | 6.17 km |
| Pohargaon | South | 6.32 km |
| Tungat | North-West | 6.44 km |
| Patkul | North-East | 6.90 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 Babhulgoan, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Tarapur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Tarapur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tarapur
Where is Tarapur located?
Tarapur village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, 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 413304.
What is the population of Tarapur?
Tarapur has a total population of 3,493, including 1,819 males and 1,674 females.
How many households are there in Tarapur?
There are 710 households in Tarapur.
What is the literacy rate in Tarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarapur is 65.30%. Male literacy is 74.71% and female literacy is 55.08%.