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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Thapniya village had a total population of 392 people, including 151 males and 241 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,596 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.10%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 59.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 392 | 151 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 31 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 392, including 151 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Thapniya?
Thapniya had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thapniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thapniya was 71.10%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 59.29%.