Thorkhan

Thorkhan is a village located in Babra taluka of Amreli district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Babra (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Amreli. As per 2009 stats, Thorkhan village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Thorkhan unique in its vibrant Babra-Amreli region. You’ll see Thorkhan’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 Thorkhan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thorkhan is 515456. The village spans a total geographical area of 1028.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 365421. Babra is nearest town to Thorkhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.

When it comes to local governance, Thorkhan 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 Lathi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amreli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Thorkhan

According to the 2011 Census, Thorkhan has a total population of about 1,686, with approximately 826 males and 860 females. The sex ratio is around 1041 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 175 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 92 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.81%, with male literacy at about 70.10% and female literacy near 55.81%. There are around 348 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thorkhan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,686 826 860
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 175 87 88
Scheduled Castes (SC) 92 45 47
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,059 579 480
Illiterate Population 627 247 380

Connectivity of Thorkhan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thorkhan. As per the 2011 stats, Thorkhan 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Thorkhan

Knowing the nearby villages of Thorkhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thorkhan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Thorkhan

Where is Thorkhan located?
Thorkhan village is situated in Babra Taluka, within the Amreli district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thorkhan?
Thorkhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Thorkhan?
The pincode of Thorkhan is 365421, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Thorkhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thorkhan is 1,686, with 826 males and 860 females.
How many households are there in Thorkhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Thorkhan village has a total of 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thorkhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thorkhan is 62.81%. The male literacy rate is 70.10%, while the female literacy rate is 55.81%.