Thapniya - Someshwar, Almora
Thapniya is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Thapniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thapniya is 053379. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.92 hectares and falls under the 263636 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Thapniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thapniya
As per Census 2011, Thapniya village has a total population of 392 people, consisting of 151 males and 241 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,596 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 246 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thapniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 392 | 151 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 31 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 112 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 39 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Thapniya
Thapniya 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 Thapniya
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Thapniya.
| 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 Almora to Thapniya is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thapniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thapniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thapniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thapniya 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thapniya
Where is Thapniya located?
Thapniya village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thapniya?
Thapniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thapniya?
The pincode of Thapniya is 263636.
What is the population of Thapniya?
Thapniya has a total population of 392, including 151 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Thapniya?
There are 105 households in Thapniya.
What is the literacy rate in Thapniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thapniya is 62.76%. Male literacy is 74.17% and female literacy is 55.60%.