Thalakan
About Thalakan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Thalakan village is 010856. Thalakan village is located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 64km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Thalakan village. As per 2009 stats, Surani is the gram panchayat of Thalakan village.
The total geographical area of village is 183.38 hectares. Thalakan has a total population of 423 peoples, out of which male population is 211 while female population is 212. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1004 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of thalakan village is 78.49% out of which 83.41% males and 73.58% females are literate. There are about 95 houses in thalakan village. Pincode of thalakan village locality is 176031.
When it comes to administration, Thalakan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Thalakan village comes under Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to thalakan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
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Population of Thalakan
The population details of Thalakan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 423 | 211 | 212 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 332 | 176 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 35 | 56 |
Connectivity of Thalakan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Thalakan
Where is Thalakan located?
Thalakan village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thalakan?
The Gram Panchayat of Thalakan is Surani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Thalakan?
The pincode of Thalakan is 176031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Thalakan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thalakan is 423, with 211 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Thalakan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Thalakan village has a total of 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thalakan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thalakan is 78.49%. The male literacy rate is 83.41%, while the female literacy rate is 73.58%.