Thorala - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Thorala is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Thorala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thorala is 516716. The village covers a total geographical area of 1174.88 hectares and falls under the 364280 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Thorala 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 Thorala
According to the 2011 Census, Thorala village had a total population of 959 people, including 478 males and 481 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.23%, with male literacy at 90.38% and female literacy at 65.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 959 | 478 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 62 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 376 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 102 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Thorala
Thorala 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 Thorala
Thorala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Thorala has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Thorala is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Thorala is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thorala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thorala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thorala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thorala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Thorala
Where is Thorala located?
Thorala village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thorala?
Thorala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thorala?
The pincode of Thorala is 364280.
What is the population of Thorala?
Thorala had a total population of 959, including 478 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Thorala?
Thorala had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thorala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thorala was 78.23%. Male literacy was 90.38% and female literacy was 65.94%.