Thaloga - Telka, Chamba
Thaloga is a village situated in the Telka tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Chamba. Mouda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thaloga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thaloga is 007166. The village covers a total geographical area of 296.43 hectares and falls under the 176312 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Thaloga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thaloga
According to the 2011 Census, Thaloga village had a total population of 513 people, including 248 males and 265 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.59%, with male literacy at 78.87% and female literacy at 41.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 474.
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 | 513 | 248 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 474 | 247 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 168 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 80 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Thaloga
Thaloga 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 Thaloga
Thaloga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Thaloga 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 Thaloga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thaloga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Thaloga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thaloga 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 Thaloga
Where is Thaloga located?
Thaloga village is located in Telka Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thaloga?
The Gram Panchayat of Thaloga is Mouda.
What is the pincode of Thaloga?
The pincode of Thaloga is 176312.
What is the population of Thaloga?
Thaloga had a total population of 513, including 248 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Thaloga?
Thaloga had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thaloga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thaloga was 59.59%. Male literacy was 78.87% and female literacy was 41.74%.