Thodhupura - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Thodhupura is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Bhjuwa Nagla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thodhupura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thodhupura is 055863. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.04 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Thodhupura 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 Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thodhupura
According to the 2011 Census, Thodhupura village had a total population of 357 people, including 175 males and 182 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.38%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 60.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 195.
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 | 357 | 175 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 7 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 99 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 126 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 49 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Thodhupura
Thodhupura 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 Thodhupura
Thodhupura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Thodhupura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Thodhupura is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Thodhupura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thodhupura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thodhupura 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thodhupura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thodhupura 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 Thodhupura
Where is Thodhupura located?
Thodhupura village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thodhupura?
The Gram Panchayat of Thodhupura is Bhjuwa Nagla.
What is the pincode of Thodhupura?
The pincode of Thodhupura is 262401.
What is the population of Thodhupura?
Thodhupura had a total population of 357, including 175 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Thodhupura?
Thodhupura had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thodhupura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thodhupura was 71.38%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 60.76%.