Thanpur - Jarmundi, Dumka
Thanpur is a village situated in the Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jarmundi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Sahara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thanpur is 369771. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.82 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Thanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Thanpur village had a total population of 278 people, including 147 males and 131 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.26%, with male literacy at 69.42% and female literacy at 45.87%.
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 | 278 | 147 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 84 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 63 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Thanpur
Thanpur 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 Thanpur
Public transport in the Thanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Thanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Thanpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thanpur 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thanpur
Where is Thanpur located?
Thanpur village is located in Jarmundi Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Thanpur is Sahara.
What is the pincode of Thanpur?
The pincode of Thanpur is 814145.
What is the population of Thanpur?
Thanpur had a total population of 278, including 147 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Thanpur?
Thanpur had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thanpur was 58.26%. Male literacy was 69.42% and female literacy was 45.87%.