Tapha - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Tapha is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.3 km from Sarisha and around 38.7 km from Alipore. Sarisa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tapha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tapha is 334467. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.79 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tapha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tapha
According to the 2011 Census, Tapha village had a total population of 1,214 people, including 611 males and 603 females, living in 269 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.79%, with male literacy at 88.87% and female literacy at 76.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 179.
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 | 1,214 | 611 | 603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 85 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 885 | 479 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 132 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Tapha
Tapha 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 Tapha
Tapha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Tapha.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Tapha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Tapha is about 38.7 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tapha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tapha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tapha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tapha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tapha
Where is Tapha located?
Tapha village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tapha?
The Gram Panchayat of Tapha is Sarisa.
What is the pincode of Tapha?
The pincode of Tapha is 743330.
What is the population of Tapha?
Tapha had a total population of 1,214, including 611 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Tapha?
Tapha had 269 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tapha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tapha was 82.79%. Male literacy was 88.87% and female literacy was 76.60%.