Thorsan - Kargahar, Rohtas
Thorsan is a village situated in the Kargahar subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kargahar and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Thorson serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thorsan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thorsan is 251720. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 821107 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Thorsan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Thorsan
According to the 2011 Census, Thorsan village had a total population of 1,710 people, including 909 males and 801 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.41%, with male literacy at 85.36% and female literacy at 63.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 646.
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 | 1,710 | 909 | 801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 144 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 352 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 653 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 640 | 256 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Thorsan
Thorsan 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 Thorsan
Thorsan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sasaram to Thorsan is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thorsan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thorsan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thorsan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thorsan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thorsan
Where is Thorsan located?
Thorsan village is located in Kargahar Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thorsan?
The Gram Panchayat of Thorsan is Thorson.
What is the pincode of Thorsan?
The pincode of Thorsan is 821107.
What is the population of Thorsan?
Thorsan had a total population of 1,710, including 909 males and 801 females.
How many households are there in Thorsan?
Thorsan had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thorsan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thorsan was 75.41%. Male literacy was 85.36% and female literacy was 63.76%.