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.
Here you can discover what makes Thapen unique in its vibrant Kesinga-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Thapen’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Thapen
Population of Thapen
According to the 2011 Census, Thapen has a total population of about 355, with approximately 169 males and 186 females. The sex ratio is around 1100 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 42 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 25 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 113. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.18%, with male literacy at about 66.27% and female literacy near 48.92%. There are around 88 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thapen's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.