Thandal - Saach, Chamba
Thandal is a village situated in the Saach tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 210 km from Chamba. Purthi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thandal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thandal is 006765. The village covers a total geographical area of 762.94 hectares and falls under the 176323 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Thandal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thandal
According to the 2011 Census, Thandal village had a total population of 546 people, including 281 males and 265 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.06%, with male literacy at 80.57% and female literacy at 58.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 545.
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 | 546 | 281 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 545 | 281 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 199 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 82 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Thandal
Thandal 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 Thandal
Thandal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chamba to Thandal is about 210 km, with the usual travel time around ~6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thandal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thandal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thandal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thandal 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 Thandal
Where is Thandal located?
Thandal village is located in Saach Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thandal?
The Gram Panchayat of Thandal is Purthi.
What is the pincode of Thandal?
The pincode of Thandal is 176323.
What is the population of Thandal?
Thandal had a total population of 546, including 281 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Thandal?
Thandal had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thandal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thandal was 70.06%. Male literacy was 80.57% and female literacy was 58.97%.