Tuper - Bageshwar
Tuper is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Tuped serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tuper village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tuper is 051021. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.56 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Tuper village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tuper
As per Census 2011, Tuper village has a total population of 384 people, consisting of 164 males and 220 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,341 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tuper are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 384 | 164 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 125 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 39 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Tuper
Tuper 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 Tuper
Tuper is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bageshwar to Tuper is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tuper
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tuper village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tuper
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tuper village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tuper
Where is Tuper located?
Tuper village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tuper?
The Gram Panchayat of Tuper is Tuped.
What is the pincode of Tuper?
The pincode of Tuper is 263642.
What is the population of Tuper?
Tuper has a total population of 384, including 164 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Tuper?
There are 84 households in Tuper.
What is the literacy rate in Tuper?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tuper is 66.15%. Male literacy is 76.22% and female literacy is 58.64%.