Thorala - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Thorala is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Thorala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thorala is 513284. The village covers a total geographical area of 1020.82 hectares and falls under the 360405 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 29 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 Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thorala
According to the 2011 Census, Thorala village had a total population of 663 people, including 336 males and 327 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.05%, with male literacy at 67.60% and female literacy at 58.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
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 | 663 | 336 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 194 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 142 | 161 |
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 Kalavad to Thorala is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Thorala is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thorala
Where is Thorala located?
Thorala village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot 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 360405.
What is the population of Thorala?
Thorala had a total population of 663, including 336 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Thorala?
Thorala had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thorala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thorala was 63.05%. Male literacy was 67.60% and female literacy was 58.45%.