Topa - Mankote, Poonch
Topa is a village situated in the Mankote tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Mendhar and around 48 km from Punch. Topa Thera serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Topa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Topa is 001196. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 185211 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Topa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Topa
According to the 2011 Census, Topa village had a total population of 1,742 people, including 851 males and 891 females, living in 313 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.59%, with male literacy at 77.45% and female literacy at 51.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,019.
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 | 1,742 | 851 | 891 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 199 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,019 | 507 | 512 |
| Literate Population | 882 | 505 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 860 | 346 | 514 |
Nearby Villages of Topa
Topa 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 Topa
Topa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Punch to Topa is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Topa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Topa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Topa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Topa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Topa
Where is Topa located?
Topa village is located in Mankote Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Topa?
The Halqa Panchayat of Topa is Topa Thera.
What is the pincode of Topa?
The pincode of Topa is 185211.
What is the population of Topa?
Topa had a total population of 1,742, including 851 males and 891 females.
How many households are there in Topa?
Topa had 313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Topa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Topa was 63.59%. Male literacy was 77.45% and female literacy was 51.29%.