Thordi - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Thordi is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Thordi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thordi is 513290. The village covers a total geographical area of 624.18 hectares and falls under the 360405 pincode. Dhoraji is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Thordi 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 Thordi
According to the 2011 Census, Thordi village had a total population of 426 people, including 223 males and 203 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.76%, with male literacy at 86.22% and female literacy at 66.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 426 | 223 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 169 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 54 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Thordi
Thordi 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 Thordi
Thordi 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 Dhoraji to Thordi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Thordi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thordi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thordi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thordi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thordi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thordi
Where is Thordi located?
Thordi village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thordi?
Thordi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thordi?
The pincode of Thordi is 360405.
What is the population of Thordi?
Thordi had a total population of 426, including 223 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Thordi?
Thordi had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thordi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thordi was 76.76%. Male literacy was 86.22% and female literacy was 66.84%.