Tapoo - Osian, Jodhpur
Tapoo is a village situated in the Osian tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Osian and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Tapoo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tapoo is 084615. The village covers a total geographical area of 3172.48 hectares and falls under the 342312 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 91 km away.
Tapoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Osian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tapoo
According to the 2011 Census, Tapoo village had a total population of 4,128 people, including 2,136 males and 1,992 females, living in 735 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.69%, with male literacy at 76.01% and female literacy at 40.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 704, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 268.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,128 | 2,136 | 1,992 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 821 | 427 | 394 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 704 | 369 | 335 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 141 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 1,941 | 1,299 | 642 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,187 | 837 | 1,350 |
Nearby Villages of Tapoo
Tapoo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kapooriya | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Hadman Sagar | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Barsaloo Khurd | North-East | 4.55 km |
| Deoraj Nagar | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Magra Nagar | South | 5.71 km |
| Raimalwara | West | 6.44 km |
| Haniya | South | 6.61 km |
| Geengala | East | 7.28 km |
| Kinjari | East | 7.84 km |
| Narinadi | South-East | 8.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tapoo
Public transport in the Tapoo is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Osiyan, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.9 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 Jodhpur to Tapoo is about 91 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tapoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tapoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tapoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tapoo 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 Tapoo
Where is Tapoo located?
Tapoo village is located in Osian Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tapoo?
Tapoo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tapoo?
The pincode of Tapoo is 342312.
What is the population of Tapoo?
Tapoo had a total population of 4,128, including 2,136 males and 1,992 females.
How many households are there in Tapoo?
Tapoo had 735 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tapoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tapoo was 58.69%. Male literacy was 76.01% and female literacy was 40.18%.