Thopia - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Thopia is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Thopia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thopia is 032439. The village covers a total geographical area of 392 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Thopia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thopia
According to the 2011 Census, Thopia village had a total population of 2,526 people, including 1,302 males and 1,224 females, living in 523 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.39%, with male literacy at 82.07% and female literacy at 56.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 485.
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 | 2,526 | 1,302 | 1,224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 164 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 485 | 231 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,544 | 934 | 610 |
| Illiterate Population | 982 | 368 | 614 |
Nearby Villages of Thopia
Thopia 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 Thopia
Thopia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Thopia is about 26 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 Thopia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thopia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thopia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thopia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thopia
Where is Thopia located?
Thopia village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thopia?
Thopia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thopia?
The pincode of Thopia is 144521.
What is the population of Thopia?
Thopia had a total population of 2,526, including 1,302 males and 1,224 females.
How many households are there in Thopia?
Thopia had 523 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thopia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thopia was 69.39%. Male literacy was 82.07% and female literacy was 56.12%.