Thunag - Thunag, Mandi
Thunag is a village situated in the Thunag tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Thunag village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thunag is 015113. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.65 hectares and falls under the 175048 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Thunag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thunag
According to the 2011 Census, Thunag village had a total population of 901 people, including 441 males and 460 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.50%, with male literacy at 91.41% and female literacy at 76.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 514.
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 | 901 | 441 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 249 | 265 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 663 | 351 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 90 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Thunag
Thunag 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 Thunag
Thunag 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 | 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 Mandi to Thunag 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 Thunag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thunag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thunag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thunag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Thunag
Where is Thunag located?
Thunag village is located in Thunag Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thunag?
Thunag is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thunag?
The pincode of Thunag is 175048.
What is the population of Thunag?
Thunag had a total population of 901, including 441 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Thunag?
Thunag had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thunag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thunag was 83.50%. Male literacy was 91.41% and female literacy was 76.10%.