Thapaliyal Gaon - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Thapaliyal Gaon is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 87 km from Narendra Nagar and around 84 km from New Tehri. Gadil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thapaliyal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thapaliyal Gaon is 044582. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.09 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Thapaliyal Gaon 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thapaliyal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Thapaliyal Gaon village had a total population of 163 people, including 76 males and 87 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,145 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.49%, with male literacy at 80.60% and female literacy at 49.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 163 | 76 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 54 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 22 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Thapaliyal Gaon
Thapaliyal Gaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nail | North | 1.08 km |
| Shrikot | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Bhutali | North-East | 1.35 km |
| Ranakot | East | 1.36 km |
| Mansari | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Paweth | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Ukhel | North | 2.01 km |
| Laser | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Sonsi | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Guriyali Chhoti | West | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thapaliyal Gaon
Public transport in the Thapaliyal Gaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Thapaliyal Gaon is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Thapaliyal Gaon is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thapaliyal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thapaliyal Gaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thapaliyal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thapaliyal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thapaliyal Gaon
Where is Thapaliyal Gaon located?
Thapaliyal Gaon village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thapaliyal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Thapaliyal Gaon is Gadil.
What is the pincode of Thapaliyal Gaon?
The pincode of Thapaliyal Gaon is 249146.
What is the population of Thapaliyal Gaon?
Thapaliyal Gaon had a total population of 163, including 76 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Thapaliyal Gaon?
Thapaliyal Gaon had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thapaliyal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thapaliyal Gaon was 64.49%. Male literacy was 80.60% and female literacy was 49.30%.