Thandapur - Bihpur, Bhagalpur
Thandapur is a village situated in the Bihpur subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bihpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Jhandapur West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thandapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thandapur is 238901. The village covers a total geographical area of 522 hectares and falls under the 853201 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Thandapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bihpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thandapur
According to the 2011 Census, Thandapur village had a total population of 12,963 people, including 6,872 males and 6,091 females, living in 2,260 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.78%, with male literacy at 65.62% and female literacy at 50.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,054.
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 | 12,963 | 6,872 | 6,091 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,248 | 1,147 | 1,101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,054 | 548 | 506 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6,298 | 3,757 | 2,541 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,665 | 3,115 | 3,550 |
Nearby Villages of Thandapur
Thandapur 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 Thandapur
Public transport in the Thandapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Thandapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Thandapur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thandapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thandapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Thandapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thandapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thandapur
Where is Thandapur located?
Thandapur village is located in Bihpur Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thandapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Thandapur is Jhandapur West.
What is the pincode of Thandapur?
The pincode of Thandapur is 853201.
What is the population of Thandapur?
Thandapur had a total population of 12,963, including 6,872 males and 6,091 females.
How many households are there in Thandapur?
Thandapur had 2,260 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thandapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thandapur was 58.78%. Male literacy was 65.62% and female literacy was 50.92%.