Thonda - Umrala, Bhavnagar
Thonda is a village situated in the Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umrala and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Thonda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thonda is 516215. The village covers a total geographical area of 395.37 hectares and falls under the 364230 pincode. Dhola is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Thonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thonda
As per Census 2011, Thonda village has a total population of 1,646 people, consisting of 830 males and 816 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 962 literate and 684 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,646 | 830 | 816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 114 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 51 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 962 | 553 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 277 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Thonda
Thonda 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 Thonda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Thonda.
| 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 Dhola to Thonda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Thonda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thonda 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 Thonda
Where is Thonda located?
Thonda village is located in Umrala Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thonda?
Thonda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thonda?
The pincode of Thonda is 364230.
What is the population of Thonda?
Thonda has a total population of 1,646, including 830 males and 816 females.
How many households are there in Thonda?
There are 298 households in Thonda.
What is the literacy rate in Thonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thonda is 58.44%. Male literacy is 66.63% and female literacy is 50.12%.