Taprang - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Taprang is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Manikera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taprang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taprang is 422578. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Taprang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taprang
As per Census 2011, Taprang village has a total population of 490 people, consisting of 248 males and 242 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 253 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 393 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taprang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 490 | 248 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 393 | 200 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 153 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 95 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Taprang
Taprang is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Taprang
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Taprang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Taprang is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taprang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taprang 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 Taprang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taprang 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 Taprang
Where is Taprang located?
Taprang village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taprang?
The Gram Panchayat of Taprang is Manikera.
What is the pincode of Taprang?
The pincode of Taprang is 766102.
What is the population of Taprang?
Taprang has a total population of 490, including 248 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Taprang?
There are 118 households in Taprang.
What is the literacy rate in Taprang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taprang is 51.63%. Male literacy is 61.69% and female literacy is 41.32%.