Thapal - Kasauli, Solan
Thapal is a village situated in the Kasauli tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Nahari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thapal is 021510. The village covers a total geographical area of 4.59 hectares and falls under the 173233 pincode. Kasauli is the nearest town.
Thapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thapal
According to the 2011 Census, Thapal village had a total population of 125 people, including 65 males and 60 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.04%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 83.93%.
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 | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Thapal
Thapal 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 Thapal
Thapal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Thapal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Solan to Thapal is about 32 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 Thapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thapal 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 Thapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thapal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thapal
Where is Thapal located?
Thapal village is located in Kasauli Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Thapal is Nahari.
What is the pincode of Thapal?
The pincode of Thapal is 173233.
What is the population of Thapal?
Thapal had a total population of 125, including 65 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Thapal?
Thapal had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thapal was 92.04%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 83.93%.