Thal - Bhalai, Chamba
Thal is a village situated in the Bhalai tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhunad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thal is 007290. The village covers a total geographical area of 258.66 hectares and falls under the 176308 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Thal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thal
According to the 2011 Census, Thal village had a total population of 117 people, including 64 males and 53 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 828 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.37%, with male literacy at 83.93% and female literacy at 37.78%.
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 | 117 | 64 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 47 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 17 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Thal
Thal 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 Thal
Thal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chamba to Thal is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Thal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thal
Where is Thal located?
Thal village is located in Bhalai Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thal?
The Gram Panchayat of Thal is Bhunad.
What is the pincode of Thal?
The pincode of Thal is 176308.
What is the population of Thal?
Thal had a total population of 117, including 64 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Thal?
Thal had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thal was 63.37%. Male literacy was 83.93% and female literacy was 37.78%.