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
According to the 2011 Census, Tapsia village had a total population of 1,779 people, including 903 males and 876 females, living in 367 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.67%, with male literacy at 79.55% and female literacy at 67.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 390, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 333.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,779, including 903 males and 876 females.
How many households are there in Tapsia?
Tapsia had 367 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tapsia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tapsia was 73.67%. Male literacy was 79.55% and female literacy was 67.49%.