Thopia
Thopia is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Thopia village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Thopia unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Thopia’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 Thopia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thopia is 032439. The village spans a total geographical area of 392 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144521. Balachaur is nearest town to Thopia village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Thopia
Population of Thopia
According to the 2011 Census, Thopia has a total population of about 2,526, with approximately 1,302 males and 1,224 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 301 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 485 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.12%, with male literacy at about 71.74% and female literacy near 49.84%. There are around 523 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thopia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,544 | 934 | 610 |
| Illiterate Population | 982 | 368 | 614 |
Connectivity of Thopia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thopia. As per the 2011 stats, Thopia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Thopia
Knowing the nearby villages of Thopia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thopia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thopia
- Where is Thopia located?
- Thopia village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thopia?
- Thopia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Thopia?
- The pincode of Thopia is 144521, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thopia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thopia is 2,526, with 1,302 males and 1,224 females.
- How many households are there in Thopia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thopia village has a total of 523 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thopia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thopia is 61.12%. The male literacy rate is 71.74%, while the female literacy rate is 49.84%.