Thana - Danta, Banas Kantha
Thana is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Thana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thana is 507932. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.84 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Thana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thana
As per Census 2011, Thana village has a total population of 748 people, consisting of 373 males and 375 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 538 literate and 210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 748 | 373 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 53 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 286 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 87 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Thana
Thana 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 Thana
Public transport in the Thana is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambaji to Thana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Thana is about 40 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 Thana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thana 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 Thana
Where is Thana located?
Thana village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thana?
Thana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thana?
The pincode of Thana is 385120.
What is the population of Thana?
Thana has a total population of 748, including 373 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Thana?
There are 159 households in Thana.
What is the literacy rate in Thana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thana is 71.93%. Male literacy is 76.68% and female literacy is 67.20%.