Tharp - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Tharp is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Hariyat Naghar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tharp village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tharp is 049648. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.15 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Tharp 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tharp
According to the 2011 Census, Tharp village had a total population of 273 people, including 143 males and 130 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.08%, with male literacy at 90.40% and female literacy at 68.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129.
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 | 273 | 143 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 113 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 30 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Tharp
Tharp 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 Tharp
Tharp is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Didihat to Tharp is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Tharp is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tharp
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tharp 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tharp
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tharp village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Tharp
Where is Tharp located?
Tharp village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tharp?
The Gram Panchayat of Tharp is Hariyat Naghar.
What is the pincode of Tharp?
The pincode of Tharp is 262531.
What is the population of Tharp?
Tharp had a total population of 273, including 143 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Tharp?
Tharp had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tharp?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tharp was 80.08%. Male literacy was 90.40% and female literacy was 68.97%.