Thundu - Saho, Chamba
Thundu is a village situated in the Saho tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from Chamba. Sillaghrat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thundu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thundu is 008011. The village covers a total geographical area of 585.58 hectares and falls under the 176314 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Thundu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thundu
According to the 2011 Census, Thundu village had a total population of 311 people, including 164 males and 147 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.02%, with male literacy at 80.99% and female literacy at 61.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 194, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 80.
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 | 311 | 164 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 43 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 100 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 98 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 66 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Thundu
Thundu 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 Thundu
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Thundu.
| 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 Thundu 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 Thundu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thundu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thundu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thundu 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thundu
Where is Thundu located?
Thundu village is located in Saho Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thundu?
The Gram Panchayat of Thundu is Sillaghrat.
What is the pincode of Thundu?
The pincode of Thundu is 176314.
What is the population of Thundu?
Thundu had a total population of 311, including 164 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Thundu?
Thundu had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thundu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thundu was 71.02%. Male literacy was 80.99% and female literacy was 61.29%.