Thansa - Lathi, Amreli
Thansa is a village situated in the Lathi taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lathi and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Thansa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thansa is 515512. The village covers a total geographical area of 828.04 hectares and falls under the 365220 pincode. Damnagar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Thansa 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 Thansa
As per Census 2011, Thansa village has a total population of 1,627 people, consisting of 811 males and 816 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,065 literate and 562 illiterate residents. Additionally, 345 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thansa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,627 | 811 | 816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 87 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 345 | 183 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,065 | 598 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 213 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Thansa
Thansa 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 Thansa
Thansa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Thansa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Damnagar to Thansa is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Thansa is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thansa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thansa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thansa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thansa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thansa
Where is Thansa located?
Thansa village is located in Lathi Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thansa?
Thansa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thansa?
The pincode of Thansa is 365220.
What is the population of Thansa?
Thansa has a total population of 1,627, including 811 males and 816 females.
How many households are there in Thansa?
There are 311 households in Thansa.
What is the literacy rate in Thansa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thansa is 65.46%. Male literacy is 73.74% and female literacy is 57.23%.