Thapli - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Thapli is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Thapli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thapli is 041467. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.33 hectares and falls under the 246444 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Thapli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thapli
As per Census 2011, Thapli village has a total population of 129 people, consisting of 60 males and 69 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,150 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thapli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 129 | 60 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 13 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Thapli
Thapli 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 Thapli
Thapli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Thapli is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Thapli is about 56 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 Thapli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thapli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thapli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thapli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thapli
Where is Thapli located?
Thapli village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thapli?
Thapli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thapli?
The pincode of Thapli is 246444.
What is the population of Thapli?
Thapli has a total population of 129, including 60 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Thapli?
There are 39 households in Thapli.
What is the literacy rate in Thapli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thapli is 72.87%. Male literacy is 78.33% and female literacy is 68.12%.