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
As per Census 2011, Thansa village has a total population of 1,580 people, consisting of 806 males and 774 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 981 literate and 599 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thansa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,580 | 806 | 774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 76 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,580, including 806 males and 774 females.
How many households are there in Thansa?
There are 351 households in Thansa.
What is the literacy rate in Thansa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thansa is 62.09%. Male literacy is 69.98% and female literacy is 53.88%.