Tapowan - Narendra Nagar, Tehri Garhwal
Tapowan is a village situated in the Narendra Nagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Narendra Nagar and around 80 km from New Tehri.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tapowan is 044487. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.04 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Narendra Nagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tapowan is administered under an Urban Local Body.
Population of Tapowan
According to the 2011 Census, Tapowan village had a total population of 3,227 people, including 1,928 males and 1,299 females, living in 677 households. The sex ratio was 674 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.79%, with male literacy at 92.90% and female literacy at 82.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 177.
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 | 3,227 | 1,928 | 1,299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 168 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 87 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,573 | 1,635 | 938 |
| Illiterate Population | 654 | 293 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Tapowan
Tapowan 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 Tapowan
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narendra Nagar to Tapowan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Tapowan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Tapowan
Where is Tapowan located?
Tapowan village is located in Narendra Nagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Tapowan?
The pincode of Tapowan is 249192.
What is the population of Tapowan?
Tapowan had a total population of 3,227, including 1,928 males and 1,299 females.
How many households are there in Tapowan?
Tapowan had 677 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tapowan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tapowan was 88.79%. Male literacy was 92.90% and female literacy was 82.43%.