Thoriyali - Paddhari, Rajkot
Thoriyali is a village situated in the Paddhari taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paddhari and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Thoriyali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thoriyali is 512864. The village covers a total geographical area of 2394.18 hectares and falls under the 360110 pincode. Paddhari is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Thoriyali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thoriyali
As per Census 2011, Thoriyali village has a total population of 2,740 people, consisting of 1,416 males and 1,324 females. The village has 563 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,834 literate and 906 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thoriyali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,740 | 1,416 | 1,324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 150 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 123 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,834 | 1,043 | 791 |
| Illiterate Population | 906 | 373 | 533 |
Nearby Villages of Thoriyali
Thoriyali 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 Thoriyali
Thoriyali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Paddhari to Thoriyali is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Thoriyali is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thoriyali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thoriyali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thoriyali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thoriyali 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Thoriyali
Where is Thoriyali located?
Thoriyali village is located in Paddhari Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thoriyali?
Thoriyali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thoriyali?
The pincode of Thoriyali is 360110.
What is the population of Thoriyali?
Thoriyali has a total population of 2,740, including 1,416 males and 1,324 females.
How many households are there in Thoriyali?
There are 563 households in Thoriyali.
What is the literacy rate in Thoriyali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thoriyali is 66.93%. Male literacy is 73.66% and female literacy is 59.74%.