Thather - Raja Ka Talab, Kangra
Thather is a village situated in the Raja Ka Talab tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 75 km from Dharmsala. Gurial serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thather village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thather is 008501. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.28 hectares and falls under the 176053 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Thather village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thather
As per Census 2011, Thather village has a total population of 50 people, consisting of 20 males and 30 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,500 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 42 literate and 8 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thather are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 50 | 20 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 1 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Thather
Thather 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 Thather
Thather is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Thather.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Thather is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thather
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thather village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Thather
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thather 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 Thather
Where is Thather located?
Thather village is located in Raja Ka Talab Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thather?
The Gram Panchayat of Thather is Gurial.
What is the pincode of Thather?
The pincode of Thather is 176053.
What is the population of Thather?
Thather has a total population of 50, including 20 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Thather?
There are 13 households in Thather.
What is the literacy rate in Thather?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thather is 84.00%. Male literacy is 95.00% and female literacy is 76.67%.