Tarpai
Tarpai is a village located in Amritsar I tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Amritsar -i (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Tarpai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tarpai unique in its vibrant Amritsar I-Amritsar region. You’ll see Tarpai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tarpai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tarpai is 037449. The village spans a total geographical area of 481 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143601. Majitha is nearest town to Tarpai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Tarpai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Majitha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tarpai
Population of Tarpai
According to the 2011 Census, Tarpai has a total population of about 2,261, with approximately 1,205 males and 1,056 females. The sex ratio is around 876 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 245 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 929 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.23%, with male literacy at about 66.14% and female literacy near 57.77%. There are around 389 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tarpai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,261 | 1,205 | 1,056 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 141 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 929 | 499 | 430 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,407 | 797 | 610 |
| Illiterate Population | 854 | 408 | 446 |
Connectivity of Tarpai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tarpai. As per the 2011 stats, Tarpai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tarpai
Knowing the nearby villages of Tarpai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tarpai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tarpai
- Where is Tarpai located?
- Tarpai village is situated in Amritsar I Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tarpai?
- Tarpai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tarpai?
- The pincode of Tarpai is 143601, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tarpai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tarpai is 2,261, with 1,205 males and 1,056 females.
- How many households are there in Tarpai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tarpai village has a total of 389 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tarpai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tarpai is 62.23%. The male literacy rate is 66.14%, while the female literacy rate is 57.77%.