Thoyana - Ranavav, Porbandar
Thoyana is a village situated in the Ranavav taluka of Porbandar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranavav and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Porbandar. Thoyana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thoyana is 514261. The village covers a total geographical area of 1240.72 hectares and falls under the 360570 pincode. Kutiyana is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Thoyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thoyana
As per Census 2011, Thoyana village has a total population of 2,506 people, consisting of 1,256 males and 1,250 females. The village has 560 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,559 literate and 947 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thoyana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,506 | 1,256 | 1,250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 135 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 139 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,559 | 883 | 676 |
| Illiterate Population | 947 | 373 | 574 |
Nearby Villages of Thoyana
Thoyana 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 Thoyana
Thoyana 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kutiyana to Thoyana is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Porbandar to Thoyana is about 35 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 Thoyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thoyana 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 Thoyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thoyana 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thoyana
Where is Thoyana located?
Thoyana village is located in Ranavav Taluka, Porbandar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thoyana?
Thoyana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thoyana?
The pincode of Thoyana is 360570.
What is the population of Thoyana?
Thoyana has a total population of 2,506, including 1,256 males and 1,250 females.
How many households are there in Thoyana?
There are 560 households in Thoyana.
What is the literacy rate in Thoyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thoyana is 62.21%. Male literacy is 70.30% and female literacy is 54.08%.