Thunia - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Thunia is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Malika serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thunia is 132897. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.44 hectares and falls under the 242401 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Thunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Powayan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thunia
According to the 2011 Census, Thunia village had a total population of 56 people, including 30 males and 26 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.43%, with male literacy at 88.46% and female literacy at 68.00%.
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 | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Thunia
Thunia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Andaha | South-East | 0.83 km |
| Bhatnausa | West | 1.17 km |
| Pipariya Bhagwant | East | 1.29 km |
| Kesarpur Mafi | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Malika | North | 1.48 km |
| Udra Biran | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Silhua | East | 2.06 km |
| Kajri Mu. Bhatnausa | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Khadauwa | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Navadia Premraj | South | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thunia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Thunia. The nearest railway station is Mailani, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.5 km.
| 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 Shahjahanpur to Thunia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Thunia is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thunia
Where is Thunia located?
Thunia village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Thunia is Malika.
What is the pincode of Thunia?
The pincode of Thunia is 242401.
What is the population of Thunia?
Thunia had a total population of 56, including 30 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Thunia?
Thunia had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thunia was 78.43%. Male literacy was 88.46% and female literacy was 68.00%.