Thanapada - Trimbakeshwar, Nashik
Thanapada is a village situated in the Trimbakeshwar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Trimbak and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Thanapada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thanapada is 550848. The village covers a total geographical area of 1825.43 hectares and falls under the 422204 pincode. Trimbak is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Thanapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thanapada
As per Census 2011, Thanapada village has a total population of 4,142 people, consisting of 2,082 males and 2,060 females. The village has 750 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 509 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,752 literate and 1,390 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,834 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thanapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,142 | 2,082 | 2,060 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 509 | 246 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,834 | 1,918 | 1,916 |
| Literate Population | 2,752 | 1,545 | 1,207 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,390 | 537 | 853 |
Nearby Villages of Thanapada
Thanapada is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khairaipali | North | 2.77 km |
| Nirgude (harsul) | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Hatlondhi | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Kalamuste(tryambak) | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Dalpatpur | East | 3.96 km |
| Nandurkipada | South | 3.99 km |
| Behedpada | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Sawarpada | North | 4.71 km |
| Gadadvane | South-East | 4.89 km |
| Rautmal | South | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thanapada
Thanapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Padli, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Trimbak to Thanapada is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Thanapada is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thanapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thanapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thanapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thanapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thanapada
Where is Thanapada located?
Thanapada village is located in Trimbakeshwar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thanapada?
Thanapada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thanapada?
The pincode of Thanapada is 422204.
What is the population of Thanapada?
Thanapada has a total population of 4,142, including 2,082 males and 2,060 females.
How many households are there in Thanapada?
There are 750 households in Thanapada.
What is the literacy rate in Thanapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thanapada is 66.44%. Male literacy is 74.21% and female literacy is 58.59%.