Thaniyana - Manavadar, Junagadh
Thaniyana is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Thaniyana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thaniyana is 514352. The village covers a total geographical area of 1347.1 hectares and falls under the 362640 pincode. Manavadar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Thaniyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thaniyana
According to the 2011 Census, Thaniyana village had a total population of 1,741 people, including 910 males and 831 females, living in 443 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.43%, with male literacy at 85.51% and female literacy at 68.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 321.
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 | 1,741 | 910 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 178 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,249 | 720 | 529 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 190 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Thaniyana
Thaniyana 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 Thaniyana
Public transport in the Thaniyana 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 Manavadar to Thaniyana is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Thaniyana is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thaniyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thaniyana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thaniyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thaniyana 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 Thaniyana
Where is Thaniyana located?
Thaniyana village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thaniyana?
Thaniyana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thaniyana?
The pincode of Thaniyana is 362640.
What is the population of Thaniyana?
Thaniyana had a total population of 1,741, including 910 males and 831 females.
How many households are there in Thaniyana?
Thaniyana had 443 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thaniyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thaniyana was 77.43%. Male literacy was 85.51% and female literacy was 68.61%.