Thorala - Morvi, Morbi
Thorala is a village situated in the Morvi taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Morvi and around 72 km from Rajkot. Thorala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thorala is 512701. The village covers a total geographical area of 1189.94 hectares and falls under the 363641 pincode. Maliya is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Thorala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thorala
According to the 2011 Census, Thorala village had a total population of 1,647 people, including 862 males and 785 females, living in 353 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.36%, with male literacy at 91.12% and female literacy at 68.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 1,647 | 862 | 785 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 85 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,199 | 708 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 154 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Thorala
Thorala 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 Thorala
Thorala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Maliya to Thorala is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Thorala is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thorala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thorala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thorala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thorala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Thorala
Where is Thorala located?
Thorala village is located in Morvi Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thorala?
Thorala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thorala?
The pincode of Thorala is 363641.
What is the population of Thorala?
Thorala had a total population of 1,647, including 862 males and 785 females.
How many households are there in Thorala?
Thorala had 353 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thorala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thorala was 80.36%. Male literacy was 91.12% and female literacy was 68.67%.