Thordi - Gir Gadhda, Gir Somnath
Thordi is a village situated in the Gir Gadhda taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from Una and around 120 km from Junagadh. Thordi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thordi is 515379. The village covers a total geographical area of 379.08 hectares and falls under the 362530 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Thordi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thordi
According to the 2011 Census, Thordi village had a total population of 1,670 people, including 830 males and 840 females, living in 303 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.75%, with male literacy at 77.75% and female literacy at 62.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 143.
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 | 1,670 | 830 | 840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 129 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 69 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 1,003 | 545 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 667 | 285 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Thordi
Thordi 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 Thordi
Thordi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Thordi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Thordi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Thordi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thordi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thordi 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 Thordi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thordi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Thordi
Where is Thordi located?
Thordi village is located in Gir Gadhda Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thordi?
Thordi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thordi?
The pincode of Thordi is 362530.
What is the population of Thordi?
Thordi had a total population of 1,670, including 830 males and 840 females.
How many households are there in Thordi?
Thordi had 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thordi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thordi was 69.75%. Male literacy was 77.75% and female literacy was 62.14%.