Thopal - Batote, Ramban
Thopal is a village situated in the Batote tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Ramban and around 5 km from Ramban. Thopal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thopal is 004585. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.1 hectares and falls under the 182143 pincode. Ramban is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Thopal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thopal
As per Census 2011, Thopal village has a total population of 869 people, consisting of 468 males and 401 females. The village has 156 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 430 literate and 439 illiterate residents. Additionally, 280 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 89 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thopal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 869 | 468 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 78 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 151 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 430 | 270 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 198 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Thopal
Thopal 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 Thopal
Public transport in the Thopal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ramban to Thopal is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thopal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thopal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thopal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thopal 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 Thopal
Where is Thopal located?
Thopal village is located in Batote Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thopal?
Thopal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thopal?
The pincode of Thopal is 182143.
What is the population of Thopal?
Thopal has a total population of 869, including 468 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Thopal?
There are 156 households in Thopal.
What is the literacy rate in Thopal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thopal is 49.48%. Male literacy is 57.69% and female literacy is 39.90%.