Thumra - Himatnagar, Sabar Kantha
Thumra is a village situated in the Himatnagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Himatnagar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Desasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thumra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thumra is 510554. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.12 hectares and falls under the 383002 pincode. Himatnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Thumra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thumra
According to the 2011 Census, Thumra village had a total population of 773 people, including 400 males and 373 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.23%, with male literacy at 92.77% and female literacy at 72.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 773 | 400 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 54 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 321 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 79 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Thumra
Thumra 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 Thumra
Public transport in the Thumra 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 Himatnagar to Thumra is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thumra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thumra 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 Thumra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thumra 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 Thumra
Where is Thumra located?
Thumra village is located in Himatnagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thumra?
The Gram Panchayat of Thumra is Desasan.
What is the pincode of Thumra?
The pincode of Thumra is 383002.
What is the population of Thumra?
Thumra had a total population of 773, including 400 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Thumra?
Thumra had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thumra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thumra was 83.23%. Male literacy was 92.77% and female literacy was 72.98%.