Thansa - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Thansa is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Thansa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thansa is 516459. The village covers a total geographical area of 975.77 hectares and falls under the 364505 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thansa
According to the 2011 Census, Thansa village had a total population of 1,580 people, including 806 males and 774 females, living in 351 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.75%, with male literacy at 77.26% and female literacy at 58.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 1,580 | 806 | 774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 76 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 981 | 564 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 242 | 357 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gariadhar to Thansa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Thansa is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thansa
Where is Thansa located?
Thansa village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar 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 364505.
What is the population of Thansa?
Thansa had a total population of 1,580, including 806 males and 774 females.
How many households are there in Thansa?
Thansa had 351 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thansa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thansa was 67.75%. Male literacy was 77.26% and female literacy was 58.08%.