Topatand - Tundi, Dhanbad
Topatand is a village situated in the Tundi subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tundi and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Kolhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Topatand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Topatand is 361105. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.21 hectares and falls under the 828142 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Topatand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Topatand
According to the 2011 Census, Topatand village had a total population of 94 people, including 53 males and 41 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 774 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.71%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 71.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 94 | 53 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 40 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 13 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Topatand
Topatand 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 Topatand
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Topatand.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dhanbad to Topatand is about 28 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 Topatand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Topatand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Topatand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Topatand 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 Topatand
Where is Topatand located?
Topatand village is located in Tundi Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Topatand?
The Gram Panchayat of Topatand is Kolhar.
What is the pincode of Topatand?
The pincode of Topatand is 828142.
What is the population of Topatand?
Topatand had a total population of 94, including 53 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Topatand?
Topatand had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Topatand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Topatand was 81.71%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 71.05%.