Thorala - Jetpur, Rajkot
Thorala is a village situated in the Jetpur taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jetpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Thorala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thorala is 513406. The village covers a total geographical area of 992.34 hectares and falls under the 360370 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 13 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
As per Census 2011, Thorala village has a total population of 1,270 people, consisting of 641 males and 629 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 938 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thorala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,270 | 641 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 81 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 938 | 500 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 141 | 191 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Thorala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Thorala is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Thorala is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thorala
Where is Thorala located?
Thorala village is located in Jetpur 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 360370.
What is the population of Thorala?
Thorala has a total population of 1,270, including 641 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Thorala?
There are 264 households in Thorala.
What is the literacy rate in Thorala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thorala is 73.86%. Male literacy is 78.00% and female literacy is 69.63%.