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 . New Thopia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thopia village.
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
As per Census 2011, Thopia village has a total population of 2,526 people, consisting of 1,302 males and 1,224 females. The village has 523 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,544 literate and 982 illiterate residents. Additionally, 485 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thopia are given below:
| 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 |
| 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?
The Gram Panchayat of Thopia is New Thopia.
What is the pincode of Thopia?
The pincode of Thopia is 144521.
What is the population of Thopia?
Thopia has a total population of 2,526, including 1,302 males and 1,224 females.
How many households are there in Thopia?
There are 523 households in Thopia.
What is the literacy rate in Thopia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thopia is 61.12%. Male literacy is 71.74% and female literacy is 49.84%.