Thundal - Chaupal, Shimla
Thundal is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Thundal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thundal is 025480. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.9 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Thundal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thundal
According to the 2011 Census, Thundal village had a total population of 620 people, including 313 males and 307 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.55%, with male literacy at 87.27% and female literacy at 73.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 161, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 620 | 313 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 240 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 73 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Thundal
Thundal 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 Thundal
Public transport in the Thundal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Thundal is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thundal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thundal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thundal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thundal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thundal
Where is Thundal located?
Thundal village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thundal?
Thundal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thundal?
The pincode of Thundal is 171211.
What is the population of Thundal?
Thundal had a total population of 620, including 313 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Thundal?
Thundal had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thundal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thundal was 80.55%. Male literacy was 87.27% and female literacy was 73.70%.