Thengapara
Thengapara is a village located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.5km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 44.4km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Belbari Ii is the gram panchayat of Thengapara village.
Here you can discover what makes Thengapara unique in its vibrant Gangarampur-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Thengapara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Thengapara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thengapara is 310608. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733124. Gangarampur is nearest town to Thengapara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Thengapara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kushmandi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Thengapara
Population of Thengapara
According to the 2011 Census, Thengapara has a total population of about 1,692, with approximately 887 males and 805 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 170 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 84 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 21. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.68%, with male literacy at about 76.10% and female literacy near 62.61%. There are around 383 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thengapara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,692 | 887 | 805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 96 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 38 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,179 | 675 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 212 | 301 |
Connectivity of Thengapara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thengapara. As per the 2011 stats, Thengapara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thengapara
Knowing the nearby villages of Thengapara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thengapara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thengapara
- Where is Thengapara located?
- Thengapara village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thengapara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Thengapara is Belbari Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Thengapara?
- The pincode of Thengapara is 733124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thengapara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thengapara is 1,692, with 887 males and 805 females.
- How many households are there in Thengapara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thengapara village has a total of 383 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thengapara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thengapara is 69.68%. The male literacy rate is 76.10%, while the female literacy rate is 62.61%.