Thapala - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Thapala is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Kafna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thapala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thapala is 042740. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.07 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Thapala 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thapala
According to the 2011 Census, Thapala village had a total population of 136 people, including 70 males and 66 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.13%, with male literacy at 94.55% and female literacy at 65.00%.
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 | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 52 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 18 | 27 |
Transport and Connectivity of Thapala
Thapala 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Thapala is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thapala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thapala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thapala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thapala 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thapala
Where is Thapala located?
Thapala village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thapala?
The Gram Panchayat of Thapala is Kafna.
What is the pincode of Thapala?
The pincode of Thapala is 246475.
What is the population of Thapala?
Thapala had a total population of 136, including 70 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Thapala?
Thapala had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thapala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thapala was 79.13%. Male literacy was 94.55% and female literacy was 65.00%.