Thaipara - Pandua, Hooghly
Thaipara is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.6 km from Pandua and around 30.2 km from Chinsura. Sarai-tinna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thaipara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thaipara is 324784. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.7242714 hectares and falls under the 712149 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Thaipara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thaipara
As per Census 2011, Thaipara village has a total population of 3,846 people, consisting of 1,983 males and 1,863 females. The village has 869 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 451 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,600 literate and 1,246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,657 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 539 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thaipara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,846 | 1,983 | 1,863 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 451 | 232 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,657 | 854 | 803 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 539 | 281 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 2,600 | 1,453 | 1,147 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,246 | 530 | 716 |
Nearby Villages of Thaipara
Thaipara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahadebpur | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Sarai | East | 1.17 km |
| Ilampur | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Torgram | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Bhotgram | East | 1.68 km |
| Panpa | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Tinna | West | 1.98 km |
| Pandua (ct) | South | 2.35 km |
| Rukmini | East | 2.41 km |
| Magura | North | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thaipara
Thaipara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pundooah, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.0 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansberia to Thaipara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Thaipara is about 30.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thaipara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thaipara 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 Thaipara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thaipara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thaipara
Where is Thaipara located?
Thaipara village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thaipara?
The Gram Panchayat of Thaipara is Sarai-tinna.
What is the pincode of Thaipara?
The pincode of Thaipara is 712149.
What is the population of Thaipara?
Thaipara has a total population of 3,846, including 1,983 males and 1,863 females.
How many households are there in Thaipara?
There are 869 households in Thaipara.
What is the literacy rate in Thaipara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thaipara is 67.60%. Male literacy is 73.27% and female literacy is 61.57%.