Tajpur

Tajpur is a village located in Egra Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Balighai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Tajpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Vivekananda is the gram panchayat of Tajpur village.

Here you can discover what makes Tajpur unique in its vibrant Egra Ii-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Tajpur’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 Tajpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tajpur is 346830. The village spans a total geographical area of 595.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721422. Egra is nearest town to Tajpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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

Google Map of Tajpur

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Population of Tajpur

According to the 2011 Census, Tajpur has a total population of about 5,672, with approximately 2,902 males and 2,770 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 647 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 953 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.48%, with male literacy at about 84.46% and female literacy near 74.26%. There are around 1,214 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tajpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,672 2,902 2,770
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 647 325 322
Scheduled Castes (SC) 953 467 486
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 N/A 2
Literate Population 4,508 2,451 2,057
Illiterate Population 1,164 451 713

Connectivity of Tajpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tajpur. As per the 2011 stats, Tajpur 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 Tajpur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Tajpur

Where is Tajpur located?
Tajpur village is situated in Egra Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tajpur is Vivekananda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Tajpur?
The pincode of Tajpur is 721422, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tajpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tajpur is 5,672, with 2,902 males and 2,770 females.
How many households are there in Tajpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tajpur village has a total of 1,214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tajpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tajpur is 79.48%. The male literacy rate is 84.46%, while the female literacy rate is 74.26%.