Tapsia - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Tapsia is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Tapshia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tapsia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tapsia is 340459. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.87 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Tapsia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tapsia
As per Census 2011, Tapsia village has a total population of 1,779 people, consisting of 903 males and 876 females. The village has 367 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,161 literate and 618 illiterate residents. Additionally, 390 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 333 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tapsia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,779 | 903 | 876 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 96 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 390 | 203 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 333 | 168 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 1,161 | 642 | 519 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 261 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Tapsia
Tapsia 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 Tapsia
Tapsia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jhargram to Tapsia is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tapsia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tapsia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tapsia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tapsia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tapsia
Where is Tapsia located?
Tapsia village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tapsia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tapsia is Tapshia.
What is the pincode of Tapsia?
The pincode of Tapsia is 721506.
What is the population of Tapsia?
Tapsia has a total population of 1,779, including 903 males and 876 females.
How many households are there in Tapsia?
There are 367 households in Tapsia.
What is the literacy rate in Tapsia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tapsia is 65.26%. Male literacy is 71.10% and female literacy is 59.25%.