Thapna - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Thapna is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Manjher serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thapna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thapna is 019627. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.93 hectares and falls under the 174011 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Thapna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thapna
As per Census 2011, Thapna village has a total population of 221 people, consisting of 121 males and 100 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 826 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 148 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thapna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 121 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 19 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 88 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 33 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Thapna
Thapna 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 Thapna
Thapna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Naina Devi to Thapna is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Thapna is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thapna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thapna 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 Thapna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thapna 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thapna
Where is Thapna located?
Thapna village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thapna?
The Gram Panchayat of Thapna is Manjher.
What is the pincode of Thapna?
The pincode of Thapna is 174011.
What is the population of Thapna?
Thapna has a total population of 221, including 121 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Thapna?
There are 40 households in Thapna.
What is the literacy rate in Thapna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thapna is 66.97%. Male literacy is 72.73% and female literacy is 60.00%.