Thana - Thural, Kangra
Thana is a village situated in the Thural tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Thural Khas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thana is 011123. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.08 hectares and falls under the 176096 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Thana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thana
According to the 2011 Census, Thana village had a total population of 247 people, including 105 males and 142 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,352 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.49%, with male literacy at 92.59% and female literacy at 77.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 247 | 105 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 24 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 75 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 30 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Thana
Thana 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 Thana
Thana 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Thana is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Thana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thana 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Thana
Where is Thana located?
Thana village is located in Thural Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thana?
The Gram Panchayat of Thana is Thural Khas.
What is the pincode of Thana?
The pincode of Thana is 176096.
What is the population of Thana?
Thana had a total population of 247, including 105 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Thana?
Thana had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thana was 83.49%. Male literacy was 92.59% and female literacy was 77.86%.