Thala - Dhrangadhra, Surendranagar
Thala is a village situated in the Dhrangadhra taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhrangadhra and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Thala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thala is 512014. The village covers a total geographical area of 4094.46 hectares and falls under the 363310 pincode. Dhrangadhra is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Thala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhrangadhra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thala
As per Census 2011, Thala village has a total population of 2,899 people, consisting of 1,482 males and 1,417 females. The village has 566 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 425 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,825 literate and 1,074 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,899 | 1,482 | 1,417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 227 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 1,825 | 1,050 | 775 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,074 | 432 | 642 |
Nearby Villages of Thala
Thala 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 Thala
Thala 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 Dhrangadhra to Thala is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Thala 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 Thala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thala 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 Thala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thala 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Thala
Where is Thala located?
Thala village is located in Dhrangadhra Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thala?
Thala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thala?
The pincode of Thala is 363310.
What is the population of Thala?
Thala has a total population of 2,899, including 1,482 males and 1,417 females.
How many households are there in Thala?
There are 566 households in Thala.
What is the literacy rate in Thala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thala is 62.95%. Male literacy is 70.85% and female literacy is 54.69%.