Thumhawa - Bhanpur, Basti
Thumhawa is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Thumahawa Pandey serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thumhawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thumhawa is 178548. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.8 hectares and falls under the 272194 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Thumhawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thumhawa
As per Census 2011, Thumhawa village has a total population of 697 people, consisting of 328 males and 369 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 1,125 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 385 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thumhawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 697 | 328 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 68 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 48 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 208 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 120 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Thumhawa
Thumhawa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonvarsa | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Chhatria | South | 1.27 km |
| Piraila Garib | West | 1.47 km |
| Tarauthi | East | 1.57 km |
| Chaisar | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Kuchurwa | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Gangwar | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Kusumhi Kuwar | East | 2.03 km |
| Belgari | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Hariharpur | North | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thumhawa
Thumhawa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Govindnagar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Thumhawa is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thumhawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thumhawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thumhawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thumhawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thumhawa
Where is Thumhawa located?
Thumhawa village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thumhawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Thumhawa is Thumahawa Pandey.
What is the pincode of Thumhawa?
The pincode of Thumhawa is 272194.
What is the population of Thumhawa?
Thumhawa has a total population of 697, including 328 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Thumhawa?
There are 104 households in Thumhawa.
What is the literacy rate in Thumhawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thumhawa is 55.24%. Male literacy is 63.41% and female literacy is 47.97%.