Thunchal - Kapadvanj, Kheda
Thunchal is a village situated in the Kapadvanj taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapadvanj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Thunchal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thunchal is 517225. The village covers a total geographical area of 568.35 hectares and falls under the 387650 pincode. Kapadvanj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Thunchal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapadvanj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thunchal
According to the 2011 Census, Thunchal village had a total population of 1,979 people, including 1,030 males and 949 females, living in 404 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.97%, with male literacy at 89.94% and female literacy at 64.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 1,979 | 1,030 | 949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 135 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,338 | 805 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 641 | 225 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Thunchal
Thunchal 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 Thunchal
Thunchal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Thunchal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kapadvanj to Thunchal is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Thunchal is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thunchal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thunchal 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 Thunchal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thunchal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thunchal
Where is Thunchal located?
Thunchal village is located in Kapadvanj Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thunchal?
Thunchal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thunchal?
The pincode of Thunchal is 387650.
What is the population of Thunchal?
Thunchal had a total population of 1,979, including 1,030 males and 949 females.
How many households are there in Thunchal?
Thunchal had 404 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thunchal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thunchal was 77.97%. Male literacy was 89.94% and female literacy was 64.92%.