Tapsia
Tapsia is a village located in Gopiballavpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Gopiballavpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Tapsia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Tapshia is the gram panchayat of Tapsia village.
Tapsia has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Tapsia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tapsia is 340459. The village spans a total geographical area of 144.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721517. Jhargram is nearest town to Tapsia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tapsia 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 Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram 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 Tapsia
Below is a concise population overview of Tapsia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tapsia village:
- The total population of Tapsia village is around 1,779, including approximately 903 males and 876 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 203 children aged 0–6 years in Tapsia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tapsia village has 390 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 333 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tapsia village is about 65.26%, with male literacy at 71.10% and female literacy at 59.25%.
- There are around 367 households in Tapsia village.
Connectivity of Tapsia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tapsia. As per the 2011 stats, Tapsia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tapsia
Knowing the nearby villages of Tapsia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tapsia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tapsia
- Where is Tapsia located?
- Tapsia village is situated in Gopiballavpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tapsia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tapsia is Tapshia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tapsia?
- The pincode of Tapsia is 721517, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tapsia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tapsia is 1,779, with 903 males and 876 females.
- How many households are there in Tapsia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tapsia village has a total of 367 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tapsia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tapsia is 65.26%. The male literacy rate is 71.10%, while the female literacy rate is 59.25%.