Tapan

Tapan is a village located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. Balurghat and Tapan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Tapan village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Tapanchandipur is the gram panchayat of Tapan village.

Here you can discover what makes Tapan unique in its vibrant Tapan-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Tapan’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 Tapan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tapan is 311436. The village spans a total geographical area of 350.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733127. Gangarampur is nearest town to Tapan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

When it comes to local governance, Tapan 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 Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Tapan

According to the 2011 Census, Tapan has a total population of about 2,796, with approximately 1,451 males and 1,345 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 256 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 387 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 313. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.29%, with male literacy at about 78.57% and female literacy near 71.75%. There are around 697 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tapan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,796 1,451 1,345
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 256 133 123
Scheduled Castes (SC) 387 198 189
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 313 170 143
Literate Population 2,105 1,140 965
Illiterate Population 691 311 380

Connectivity of Tapan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tapan. As per the 2011 stats, Tapan 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Tapan

Knowing the nearby villages of Tapan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tapan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tapan

Where is Tapan located?
Tapan village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tapan?
The Gram Panchayat of Tapan is Tapanchandipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Tapan?
The pincode of Tapan is 733127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tapan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tapan is 2,796, with 1,451 males and 1,345 females.
How many households are there in Tapan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tapan village has a total of 697 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tapan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tapan is 75.29%. The male literacy rate is 78.57%, while the female literacy rate is 71.75%.