Thamhawan - Athmalgola, Patna
Thamhawan is a village situated in the Athmalgola subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athmalgola and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Phulelpur Meaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thamhawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thamhawan is 246362. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 803211 pincode. Barh is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Thamhawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thamhawan
As per Census 2011, Thamhawan village has a total population of 1,830 people, consisting of 961 males and 869 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 361 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 834 literate and 996 illiterate residents. Additionally, 583 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thamhawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,830 | 961 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 186 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 583 | 294 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 834 | 533 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 996 | 428 | 568 |
Nearby Villages of Thamhawan
Thamhawan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Basawanpur | West | 1.18 km |
| Asawan | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Bazidpur | South | 1.37 km |
| Shaistapur | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Harauli | East | 1.91 km |
| Phulelpur | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Geruari | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Surajpura | North | 2.07 km |
| Sawani | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Karjan | North-West | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thamhawan
Thamhawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Athmal Gola, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barh to Thamhawan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Thamhawan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thamhawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thamhawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thamhawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thamhawan 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 Thamhawan
Where is Thamhawan located?
Thamhawan village is located in Athmalgola Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thamhawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Thamhawan is Phulelpur Meaura.
What is the pincode of Thamhawan?
The pincode of Thamhawan is 803211.
What is the population of Thamhawan?
Thamhawan has a total population of 1,830, including 961 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Thamhawan?
There are 320 households in Thamhawan.
What is the literacy rate in Thamhawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thamhawan is 45.57%. Male literacy is 55.46% and female literacy is 34.64%.