Thapen
Thapen is a village located in Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Kesinga (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Palan is the gram panchayat of Thapen village.
Thapen has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Thapen
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thapen is 422285. The village spans a total geographical area of 196 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766101. Kesinga is nearest town to Thapen village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Thapen
Below is a concise population overview of Thapen as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 355 | 169 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 55 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 112 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 57 | 95 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Thapen village:
- The total population of Thapen village is around 355, including approximately 169 males and 186 females, with a sex ratio of 1100 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Thapen village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Thapen village has 25 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 113 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Thapen village is about 57.18%, with male literacy at 66.27% and female literacy at 48.92%.
- There are around 88 households in Thapen village.
Connectivity of Thapen
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thapen. As per the 2011 stats, Thapen had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thapen
Knowing the nearby villages of Thapen helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thapen.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thapen
- Where is Thapen located?
- Thapen village is situated in Kesinga Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thapen?
- The Gram Panchayat of Thapen is Palan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Thapen?
- The pincode of Thapen is 766101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thapen as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thapen is 355, with 169 males and 186 females.
- How many households are there in Thapen as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thapen village has a total of 88 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thapen as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thapen is 57.18%. The male literacy rate is 66.27%, while the female literacy rate is 48.92%.