Tap Protappur - Kaliachak - II, Malda
Tap Protappur is a village situated in the Kaliachak - II subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.5 km from Mathabari and around 14.4 km from English Bazar. Gangaprasad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tap Protappur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tap Protappur is 313675. The village covers a total geographical area of 527.66 hectares and falls under the 732207 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Tap Protappur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Tap Protappur
According to the 2011 Census, Tap Protappur village had a total population of 7,558 people, including 3,913 males and 3,645 females, living in 1,591 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.73%, with male literacy at 69.10% and female literacy at 66.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 625.
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 | 7,558 | 3,913 | 3,645 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,134 | 567 | 567 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 625 | 331 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,351 | 2,312 | 2,039 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,207 | 1,601 | 1,606 |
Nearby Villages of Tap Protappur
Tap Protappur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bakharpur | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Pratappur | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Chak Protappur | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Gandharbbagram | South | 2.24 km |
| Gopalprasad | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Birahimpur | North | 2.51 km |
| Gayesbari | South | 2.60 km |
| Madhugram | East | 2.70 km |
| Gopinathpur | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Ramchandrapur | East | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tap Protappur
Public transport in the Tap Protappur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jamirghata, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malda to Tap Protappur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Tap Protappur is about 14.4 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tap Protappur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tap Protappur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tap Protappur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tap Protappur 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tap Protappur
Where is Tap Protappur located?
Tap Protappur village is located in Kaliachak - II Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tap Protappur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tap Protappur is Gangaprasad.
What is the pincode of Tap Protappur?
The pincode of Tap Protappur is 732207.
What is the population of Tap Protappur?
Tap Protappur had a total population of 7,558, including 3,913 males and 3,645 females.
How many households are there in Tap Protappur?
Tap Protappur had 1,591 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tap Protappur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tap Protappur was 67.73%. Male literacy was 69.10% and female literacy was 66.24%.