Thorkhan - Babra, Amreli
Thorkhan is a village situated in the Babra taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babra and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Thorkhan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thorkhan is 515456. The village covers a total geographical area of 1028.01 hectares and falls under the 365410 pincode. Babra is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Thorkhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thorkhan
As per Census 2011, Thorkhan village has a total population of 1,686 people, consisting of 826 males and 860 females. The village has 348 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,059 literate and 627 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thorkhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,686 | 826 | 860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 87 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 1,059 | 579 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 247 | 380 |
Nearby Villages of Thorkhan
Thorkhan 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 Thorkhan
Public transport in the Thorkhan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Babra to Thorkhan is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Thorkhan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thorkhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thorkhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thorkhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thorkhan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thorkhan
Where is Thorkhan located?
Thorkhan village is located in Babra Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thorkhan?
Thorkhan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thorkhan?
The pincode of Thorkhan is 365410.
What is the population of Thorkhan?
Thorkhan has a total population of 1,686, including 826 males and 860 females.
How many households are there in Thorkhan?
There are 348 households in Thorkhan.
What is the literacy rate in Thorkhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thorkhan is 62.81%. Male literacy is 70.10% and female literacy is 55.81%.