Thumha - Pipra, Supaul
Thumha is a village situated in the Pipra subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pipra and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Thumha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thumha is 221383. The village covers a total geographical area of 570 hectares and falls under the 852218 pincode. Supaul is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Thumha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thumha
As per Census 2011, Thumha village has a total population of 6,817 people, consisting of 3,481 males and 3,336 females. The village has 1,427 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,276 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,288 literate and 3,529 illiterate residents. Additionally, 914 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thumha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,817 | 3,481 | 3,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,276 | 628 | 648 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 914 | 463 | 451 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,288 | 2,068 | 1,220 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,529 | 1,413 | 2,116 |
Nearby Villages of Thumha
Thumha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kataia Milik | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Dinapatti | East | 2.58 km |
| Belokhra | North | 2.71 km |
| Basaha | South | 2.75 km |
| Lalpatti | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Kataia Mahe | West | 3.04 km |
| Gidrahi | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Sakhua | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Tulapatti | South-West | 3.80 km |
| Jarauli | North | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thumha
Thumha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tharbitia, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Supaul to Thumha is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thumha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thumha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thumha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thumha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thumha
Where is Thumha located?
Thumha village is located in Pipra Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thumha?
Thumha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thumha?
The pincode of Thumha is 852218.
What is the population of Thumha?
Thumha has a total population of 6,817, including 3,481 males and 3,336 females.
How many households are there in Thumha?
There are 1,427 households in Thumha.
What is the literacy rate in Thumha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thumha is 48.23%. Male literacy is 59.41% and female literacy is 36.57%.