Tapon
Tapon is a village located in Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Joshimath (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Dwing Tapaun is the gram panchayat of Tapon village.
Here you can discover what makes Tapon unique in its vibrant Joshimath-Chamoli region. You’ll see Tapon’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 Tapon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tapon is 040839. The village spans a total geographical area of 110.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246472. Joshimath is nearest town to Tapon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Tapon
Population of Tapon
According to the 2011 Census, Tapon has a total population of about 92, with approximately 51 males and 41 females. The sex ratio is around 803 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 11 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 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 76.09%, with male literacy at about 82.35% and female literacy near 68.29%. There are around 24 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tapon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 70 | 42 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 9 | 13 |
Connectivity of Tapon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tapon. As per the 2011 stats, Tapon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tapon
Knowing the nearby villages of Tapon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tapon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tapon
- Where is Tapon located?
- Tapon village is situated in Joshimath Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tapon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tapon is Dwing Tapaun (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tapon?
- The pincode of Tapon is 246472, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tapon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tapon is 92, with 51 males and 41 females.
- How many households are there in Tapon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tapon village has a total of 24 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tapon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tapon is 76.09%. The male literacy rate is 82.35%, while the female literacy rate is 68.29%.