Tholahar - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Tholahar is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 54.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Nandanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tholahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tholahar is 310631. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.17 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tholahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tholahar
As per Census 2011, Tholahar village has a total population of 449 people, consisting of 234 males and 215 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 320 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tholahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 449 | 234 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 177 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 57 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Tholahar
Tholahar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandrail | South-East | 0.85 km |
| Mahasura | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Ranipur | West | 1.17 km |
| Bishrail | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Khosalpur | South | 1.43 km |
| Bhimtair | East | 1.47 km |
| Jadupur | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Sahanali | North | 1.67 km |
| Nimtair | East | 2.00 km |
| Muktarampur | South-East | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tholahar
Public transport in the Tholahar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.1 km.
| 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 Gangarampur to Tholahar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Tholahar is about 54.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tholahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tholahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tholahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tholahar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tholahar
Where is Tholahar located?
Tholahar village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tholahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tholahar is Nandanpur.
What is the pincode of Tholahar?
The pincode of Tholahar is 733124.
What is the population of Tholahar?
Tholahar has a total population of 449, including 234 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Tholahar?
There are 109 households in Tholahar.
What is the literacy rate in Tholahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tholahar is 71.27%. Male literacy is 75.64% and female literacy is 66.51%.