Thana Galol - Jetpur, Rajkot
Thana Galol is a village situated in the Jetpur taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jetpur and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Thana Galol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thana Galol is 513431. The village covers a total geographical area of 2664.47 hectares and falls under the 360370 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Thana Galol 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 Thana Galol
As per Census 2011, Thana Galol village has a total population of 5,041 people, consisting of 2,603 males and 2,438 females. The village has 1,045 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 530 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,181 literate and 1,860 illiterate residents. Additionally, 518 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thana Galol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,041 | 2,603 | 2,438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 530 | 299 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 271 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,181 | 1,760 | 1,421 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,860 | 843 | 1,017 |
Nearby Villages of Thana Galol
Thana Galol 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 Thana Galol
Public transport in the Thana Galol is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Thana Galol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jetpur to Thana Galol is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Thana Galol is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thana Galol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thana Galol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thana Galol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thana Galol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thana Galol
Where is Thana Galol located?
Thana Galol village is located in Jetpur Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thana Galol?
Thana Galol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thana Galol?
The pincode of Thana Galol is 360370.
What is the population of Thana Galol?
Thana Galol has a total population of 5,041, including 2,603 males and 2,438 females.
How many households are there in Thana Galol?
There are 1,045 households in Thana Galol.
What is the literacy rate in Thana Galol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thana Galol is 63.10%. Male literacy is 67.61% and female literacy is 58.29%.