Thirdi - Shahpur, Kangra
Thirdi is a village situated in the Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Nerti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thirdi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thirdi is 009436. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.04 hectares and falls under the 176208 pincode. Dharmsala is the nearest town.
Thirdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thirdi
According to the 2011 Census, Thirdi village had a total population of 364 people, including 193 males and 171 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.03%, with male literacy at 94.51% and female literacy at 84.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 364 | 193 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 11 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 172 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 21 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Thirdi
Thirdi 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 Thirdi
Thirdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Thirdi is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thirdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thirdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Thirdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thirdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thirdi
Where is Thirdi located?
Thirdi village is located in Shahpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thirdi?
The Gram Panchayat of Thirdi is Nerti.
What is the pincode of Thirdi?
The pincode of Thirdi is 176208.
What is the population of Thirdi?
Thirdi had a total population of 364, including 193 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Thirdi?
Thirdi had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thirdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thirdi was 90.03%. Male literacy was 94.51% and female literacy was 84.56%.