Thol - Ismailabad St, Kurukshetra
Thol is a village situated in the Ismailabad St tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 25 km from Pehowa and around 27 km from Kurukshetra. Thol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thol is 058362. The village covers a total geographical area of 1496 hectares and falls under the 136136 pincode. Pehowa is the nearest town.
Thol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thol
According to the 2011 Census, Thol village had a total population of 6,466 people, including 3,420 males and 3,046 females, living in 1,193 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.01%, with male literacy at 82.23% and female literacy at 62.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 985.
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 | 6,466 | 3,420 | 3,046 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 756 | 432 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 985 | 533 | 452 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,169 | 2,457 | 1,712 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,297 | 963 | 1,334 |
Nearby Villages of Thol
Thol is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalla Majra | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Tharoli | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Ajrawar | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Gorkha | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Sonta | West | 3.21 km |
| Kaleran | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Jansui | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Manderi | East | 4.30 km |
| Jansua | North-West | 4.59 km |
| Bishangarh | North | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thol
Thol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shahbad Marknda, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kurukshetra to Thol is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thol 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 Thol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thol 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Thol
Where is Thol located?
Thol village is located in Ismailabad St Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thol?
Thol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thol?
The pincode of Thol is 136136.
What is the population of Thol?
Thol had a total population of 6,466, including 3,420 males and 3,046 females.
How many households are there in Thol?
Thol had 1,193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thol was 73.01%. Male literacy was 82.23% and female literacy was 62.89%.