Tapha

Tapha is a village located in Diamond Harbour Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.3km away from sub-district headquarter Sarisha (tehsildar office) and 38.7km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Sarisa is the gram panchayat of Tapha village.

Tapha has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Tapha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tapha is 334467. The village spans a total geographical area of 63.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743368. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Tapha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Tapha 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 Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour 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 Tapha

Below is a concise population overview of Tapha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,214 611 603
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 145 72 73
Scheduled Castes (SC) 179 85 94
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 885 479 406
Illiterate Population 329 132 197

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tapha village:

  • The total population of Tapha village is around 1,214, including approximately 611 males and 603 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 145 children aged 0–6 years in Tapha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tapha village has 179 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Tapha village is about 72.90%, with male literacy at 78.40% and female literacy at 67.33%.
  • There are around 269 households in Tapha village.

Connectivity of Tapha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tapha. As per the 2011 stats, Tapha 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Tapha

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

Khorda Pitambara Hinchabaria Panchsata Amira Khamarkur Bhushna Kamarpol Rekha Chandnagar Mollapukur

Frequently Asked Questions about Tapha

Where is Tapha located?
Tapha village is situated in Diamond Harbour Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tapha?
The Gram Panchayat of Tapha is Sarisa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Tapha?
The pincode of Tapha is 743368, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tapha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tapha is 1,214, with 611 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Tapha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tapha village has a total of 269 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tapha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tapha is 72.90%. The male literacy rate is 78.40%, while the female literacy rate is 67.33%.