Thapala - Manavadar, Junagadh
Thapala is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Thapala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thapala is 514385. The village covers a total geographical area of 830.42 hectares and falls under the 362620 pincode. Bantwa is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Thapala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thapala
As per Census 2011, Thapala village has a total population of 943 people, consisting of 469 males and 474 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 622 literate and 321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thapala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 943 | 469 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 75 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 622 | 359 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 110 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Thapala
Thapala 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 Thapala
Public transport in the Thapala is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bantwa to Thapala is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Thapala is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thapala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thapala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thapala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thapala 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 Thapala
Where is Thapala located?
Thapala village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thapala?
Thapala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thapala?
The pincode of Thapala is 362620.
What is the population of Thapala?
Thapala has a total population of 943, including 469 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Thapala?
There are 192 households in Thapala.
What is the literacy rate in Thapala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thapala is 65.96%. Male literacy is 76.55% and female literacy is 55.49%.