Thapper - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Thapper is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Balghar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thapper village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thapper is 019328. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 174031 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Thapper village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thapper
According to the 2011 Census, Thapper village had a total population of 376 people, including 181 males and 195 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.49%, with male literacy at 89.03% and female literacy at 78.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 376 | 181 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 138 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 43 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Thapper
Thapper 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 Thapper
Thapper is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Thapper is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thapper
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thapper village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thapper
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thapper 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 Thapper
Where is Thapper located?
Thapper village is located in Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thapper?
The Gram Panchayat of Thapper is Balghar.
What is the pincode of Thapper?
The pincode of Thapper is 174031.
What is the population of Thapper?
Thapper had a total population of 376, including 181 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Thapper?
Thapper had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thapper?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thapper was 83.49%. Male literacy was 89.03% and female literacy was 78.49%.