Thadach - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Thadach is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Thadach village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thadach is 516558. The village covers a total geographical area of 1060.77 hectares and falls under the 364140 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Thadach village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thadach
According to the 2011 Census, Thadach village had a total population of 4,661 people, including 2,397 males and 2,264 females, living in 833 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.51%, with male literacy at 84.36% and female literacy at 60.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 4,661 | 2,397 | 2,264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 674 | 370 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 81 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,891 | 1,710 | 1,181 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,770 | 687 | 1,083 |
Transport and Connectivity of Thadach
Public transport in the Thadach is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Thadach is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Thadach is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thadach
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thadach 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 Thadach
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thadach village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thadach
Where is Thadach located?
Thadach village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thadach?
Thadach is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thadach?
The pincode of Thadach is 364140.
What is the population of Thadach?
Thadach had a total population of 4,661, including 2,397 males and 2,264 females.
How many households are there in Thadach?
Thadach had 833 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thadach?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thadach was 72.51%. Male literacy was 84.36% and female literacy was 60.26%.