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
As per Census 2011, Thordi village has a total population of 426 people, consisting of 223 males and 203 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 294 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thordi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 426 | 223 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| 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 has a total population of 426, including 223 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Thordi?
There are 80 households in Thordi.
What is the literacy rate in Thordi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thordi is 69.01%. Male literacy is 75.78% and female literacy is 61.58%.